Metal fittings imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Lebanon imported metal fittings worth $8.6 million (178 tonnes). Value rose 18% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% a year on average.
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 | $8.6M | 178 t |
| 2023 | $7.3M | 217 t |
| 2022 | $8.2M | 2.7K t |
| 2021 | $4.9M | 1.8K t |
| 2020 | $3.1M | 1.1K t |
| 2019 | $7.3M | 2.5K t |
| 2018 | $1.9M | 302 t |
| 2017 | $2.6M | 364 t |
Where Lebanon imports metal fittings from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 80% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $6.8M | 80% |
| Italy | $436K | 5.1% |
| Syria | $290K | 3.4% |
| Greece | $189K | 2.2% |
| Turkey | $159K | 1.9% |
| Cyprus | $150K | 1.8% |
| Spain | $132K | 1.5% |
| Taiwan | $71K | 0.8% |
| Serbia | $56K | 0.7% |
| Germany | $45K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $48.24 per kg, 376% above the world average of $10.14. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Metal fittings exports from Lebanon
Lebanon exported $5.0 million of metal fittings in 2024 (23 tonnes). Spain alone took 56% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Cote d'Ivoire grew fastest (+133% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
The shipment records behind Lebanon metal fittings imports (HS 8302.49): 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 8302.49: Mountings, fittings and similar articles: suitable for other than buildings or furniture, of base metal.
Common questions
What is the value of metal fittings imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported metal fittings worth $8.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 178 tonnes. That ranks it 57th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply metal fittings to Lebanon?
China was the largest supplier with 80% of the value ($6.8 million), followed by Italy (5%) and Syria (3%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 42 supplier countries in total. Cyprus grew fastest among the top ten, up 587% on the year.
What is the average import price of metal fittings per kg?
The average declared import value was about $48.24 per kg in 2024, 376% above the world average of $10.14 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of metal fittings to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.6 million in 2017 to $8.6 million in 2024, an increase of 232%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.5 million a year.
Does Lebanon also export metal fittings?
Yes. Lebanon exported $5.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Spain, the Republic of the Congo and Nigeria. On balance Lebanon is a net importer of this product, by about $3.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for metal fittings?
The HS code for metal fittings is subheading 8302.49. It sits in HS chapter 83 (metal; miscellaneous products of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8302 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For Lebanon, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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