Military weapons imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of military weapons by Lebanon reached $6.6 million in 2024 (13 tonnes). That is 530% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $13.5 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 | $6.6M | 13 t |
| 2023 | $1.0M | 3 t |
| 2022 | $13.5M | 46 t |
| 2021 | $493K | 2 t |
| 2020 | $4.3M | 15 t |
| 2019 | $2.4M | 11 t |
| 2018 | $2.1M | 8 t |
| 2017 | $5.2M | 17 t |
Where Lebanon imports military weapons from
United States alone supplied 56% of it. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+629% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $3.6M | 56% |
| Turkey | $1.1M | 17% |
| Belgium | $755K | 12% |
| Czech Republic | $520K | 7.9% |
| Brazil | $228K | 3.5% |
| Italy | $117K | 1.8% |
| Croatia | $100K | 1.5% |
| Germany | $64K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $492.51 per kg, 92% above the world average of $256.00. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
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Updated weekly on EximDataX (some markets daily), while public statistics stop at 2024.
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 9301: Military weapons; other than revolvers, pistols and arms of heading no. 9307.
Common questions
What is the value of military weapons imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported military weapons worth $6.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 13 tonnes. That ranks it 49th of 133 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 530% on 2023.
Which countries supply military weapons to Lebanon?
The United States was the largest supplier with 56% of the value ($3.6 million), followed by Turkey (17%) and Belgium (12%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 629% on the year.
What is the average import price of military weapons per kg?
The average declared import value was about $492.51 per kg in 2024, 92% above the world average of $256.00 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have imports of military weapons to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.2 million in 2017 to $6.6 million in 2024, an increase of 26%. The peak was 2022 at $13.5 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
What is the HS code for military weapons?
The HS code for military weapons is heading 9301. In Lebanon all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 9301.90. It sits in HS chapter 93 (arms and ammunition; parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9301 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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