Medium nonwoven synthetic fabric imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Lebanon imported medium nonwoven synthetic fabric worth $4.5 million (1.3 thousand tonnes). That is 20% 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 | $4.5M | 1.3K t |
| 2023 | $3.7M | 1,000 t |
| 2022 | $3.2M | 979 t |
| 2021 | $5.3M | 1.6K t |
| 2020 | $5.4M | 1.8K t |
| 2019 | $3.7M | 1.2K t |
| 2018 | $5.3M | 1.8K t |
| 2017 | $4.4M | 1.7K t |
Where Lebanon imports medium nonwoven synthetic fabric from
One supplier dominates: Turkey accounted for 84% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+35% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $3.7M | 84% |
| China | $314K | 7.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $65K | 1.5% |
| Netherlands | $58K | 1.3% |
| Mexico | $54K | 1.2% |
| Germany | $45K | 1% |
| France | $31K | 0.7% |
| Belgium | $31K | 0.7% |
| Spain | $25K | 0.6% |
| United States | $23K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.40 per kg, close to the world average of $3.88.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Medium nonwoven synthetic fabric exports from Lebanon
Lebanon exported $261 thousand of medium nonwoven synthetic fabric in 2024 (57 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United States accounted for 94% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $246K | 95% |
| Oman | $8K | 2.9% |
| Egypt | $6K | 2.1% |
| Qatar | $1K | 0.2% |
| Norway | $0K | 0.2% |
| Moldova | $0K | 0% |
| Liberia | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
The shipment records behind Lebanon medium nonwoven synthetic fabric imports (HS 5603.12): 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 5603.12: Nonwovens: whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or laminated, of man-made filaments, (weighing more than 25g/m2 but not more than 70g/m2).
Common questions
What is the value of medium nonwoven synthetic fabric imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported medium nonwoven synthetic fabric worth $4.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 81st of 193 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 20% on 2023.
Which countries supply medium nonwoven synthetic fabric to Lebanon?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 84% of the value ($3.7 million), followed by China (7%) and Saudi Arabia (1%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 88% on the year.
What is the average import price of medium nonwoven synthetic fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.40 per kg in 2024, 12% below the world average of $3.88 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of medium nonwoven synthetic fabric to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.4 million in 2017 to $4.5 million in 2024, an increase of 0%. The peak was 2020 at $5.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.4 million a year.
Does Lebanon also export medium nonwoven synthetic fabric?
Yes. Lebanon exported $261 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Oman and Egypt. On balance Lebanon is a net importer of this product, by about $4.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for medium nonwoven synthetic fabric?
The HS code for medium nonwoven synthetic fabric is subheading 5603.12. It sits in HS chapter 56 (wadding, felt and nonwovens, special yarns; twine, cordage, ropes and cables and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5603 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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