Light petrol trucks <5 tonnes imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
Lebanon imported $36.2 million of light petrol trucks <5 tonnes in 2024 (3.4 thousand tonnes). Value fell 26% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $52.5 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $36.2M | 3.4K t |
| 2023 | $49.0M | 4.6K t |
| 2022 | $52.5M | 12.8K t |
| 2021 | $41.8M | 11.0K t |
| 2020 | $13.1M | 3.5K t |
| 2019 | $44.9M | 11.1K t |
| 2018 | $14.3M | 4.4K t |
| 2017 | $16.5M | 4.2K t |
Where Lebanon imports light petrol trucks <5 tonnes from
The largest suppliers were United States (25%), Mexico (19%), France (13%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $9.1M | 25% |
| Mexico | $6.8M | 19% |
| France | $4.8M | 13% |
| Japan | $4.7M | 13% |
| Germany | $2.7M | 7.5% |
| Thailand | $1.7M | 4.8% |
| Morocco | $1.6M | 4.4% |
| Romania | $868K | 2.4% |
| China | $718K | 2% |
| Taiwan | $558K | 1.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.80 per kg, close to the world average of $11.46.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Light petrol trucks <5 tonnes exports from Lebanon
In 2024, Lebanon exported light petrol trucks <5 tonnes worth $15.5 million (1.5 thousand tonnes). United Arab Emirates alone took 95% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $14.7M | 95% |
| Romania | $245K | 1.6% |
| France | $119K | 0.8% |
| Syria | $117K | 0.8% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $63K | 0.4% |
| Japan | $56K | 0.4% |
| Georgia | $56K | 0.4% |
| Benin | $32K | 0.2% |
| Republic of the Congo | $25K | 0.2% |
| Liberia | $22K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
The shipment records behind Lebanon light petrol trucks <5 tonnes imports (HS 8704.31): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 8704.31: Vehicles: spark-ignition internal combustion piston engine, for transport of goods, (of a g.v.w. not exceeding 5 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1.
Common questions
What is the value of light petrol trucks <5 tonnes imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported light petrol trucks <5 tonnes worth $36.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 53rd of 215 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 26% on 2023.
Which countries supply light petrol trucks <5 tonnes to Lebanon?
The United States was the largest supplier with 25% of the value ($9.1 million), followed by Mexico (19%) and France (13%). The top three together account for 57%, out of 33 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of light petrol trucks <5 tonnes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.80 per kg in 2024, 6% below the world average of $11.46 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of light petrol trucks <5 tonnes to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $16.5 million in 2017 to $36.2 million in 2024, an increase of 119%. The peak was 2022 at $52.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $33.5 million a year.
Does Lebanon also export light petrol trucks <5 tonnes?
Yes. Lebanon exported $15.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Romania and France. On balance Lebanon is a net importer of this product, by about $20.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for light petrol trucks <5 tonnes?
The HS code for light petrol trucks <5 tonnes is subheading 8704.31. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8704 page.
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