Medicated gauze and bandages imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
Lebanon imported $5.4 million of medicated gauze and bandages in 2024 (926 tonnes). That is 42% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $5.4M | 926 t |
| 2023 | $3.8M | 661 t |
| 2022 | $3.9M | 421 t |
| 2021 | $3.5M | 401 t |
| 2020 | $3.3M | 363 t |
| 2019 | $5.5M | 556 t |
| 2018 | $5.9M | 824 t |
| 2017 | $4.9M | 715 t |
Where Lebanon imports medicated gauze and bandages from
China alone supplied 73% of it. Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+460% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.0M | 73% |
| Germany | $357K | 6.6% |
| France | $225K | 4.1% |
| Turkey | $145K | 2.7% |
| Spain | $142K | 2.6% |
| South Korea | $128K | 2.4% |
| Belgium | $65K | 1.2% |
| United States | $58K | 1.1% |
| United Kingdom | $43K | 0.8% |
| Taiwan | $43K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.86 per kg, 56% below the world average of $13.19, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Medicated gauze and bandages exports from Lebanon
Lebanon exported $299 thousand of medicated gauze and bandages in 2024 (4 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Czech Republic accounted for 51% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Czech Republic | $152K | 51% |
| United Kingdom | $85K | 28% |
| Netherlands | $49K | 17% |
| Syria | $13K | 4.3% |
| Qatar | $0K | 0.1% |
| Iraq | $0K | 0.1% |
| Egypt | $0K | 0% |
| France | $0K | 0% |
| Angola | $0K | 0% |
| Switzerland | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
The shipment records behind Lebanon medicated gauze and bandages imports (HS 3005.90): 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 3005.90: Wadding, gauze, bandages and similar articles: (excluding adhesive dressings), impregnated or coated with pharmaceutical substances, packaged for retail sale.
Common questions
What is the value of medicated gauze and bandages imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported medicated gauze and bandages worth $5.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 926 tonnes. That ranks it 73rd of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 42% on 2023.
Which countries supply medicated gauze and bandages to Lebanon?
China was the largest supplier with 73% of the value ($4.0 million), followed by Germany (7%) and France (4%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 460% on the year.
What is the average import price of medicated gauze and bandages per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.86 per kg in 2024, 56% below the world average of $13.19 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of medicated gauze and bandages to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.9 million in 2017 to $5.4 million in 2024, an increase of 10%. The peak was 2018 at $5.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.5 million a year.
Does Lebanon also export medicated gauze and bandages?
Yes. Lebanon exported $299 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Czech Republic, the United Kingdom and the Netherlands. On balance Lebanon is a net importer of this product, by about $5.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for medicated gauze and bandages?
The HS code for medicated gauze and bandages is subheading 3005.90. It sits in HS chapter 30 (pharmaceutical products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3005 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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