Orthopedic supports imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Lebanon imported orthopedic supports worth $6.4 million (48 tonnes). Value fell 30% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $13.6 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 | $6.4M | 48 t |
| 2023 | $9.2M | 38 t |
| 2022 | $5.9M | 37 t |
| 2021 | $4.3M | 50 t |
| 2020 | $6.8M | 42 t |
| 2019 | $13.6M | 68 t |
| 2018 | $12.5M | 78 t |
| 2017 | $11.3M | 65 t |
Where Lebanon imports orthopedic supports from
The largest suppliers were United States (20%), Switzerland (12%), Germany (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 43%. Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+184% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.3M | 20% |
| Switzerland | $764K | 12% |
| Germany | $751K | 12% |
| China | $733K | 12% |
| Turkey | $473K | 7.4% |
| Italy | $380K | 6% |
| France | $357K | 5.6% |
| Costa Rica | $295K | 4.6% |
| India | $243K | 3.8% |
| Belgium | $194K | 3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $133.58 per kg, 50% above the world average of $89.05. 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.
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The shipment records behind Lebanon orthopedic supports imports (HS 9021.10): 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 9021.10: Orthopaedic or fracture appliances.
Common questions
What is the value of orthopedic supports imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported orthopedic supports worth $6.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 48 tonnes. That ranks it 76th of 213 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 30% on 2023.
Which countries supply orthopedic supports to Lebanon?
The United States was the largest supplier with 20% of the value ($1.3 million), followed by Switzerland (12%) and Germany (12%). The top three together account for 43%, out of 33 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 184% on the year.
What is the average import price of orthopedic supports per kg?
The average declared import value was about $133.58 per kg in 2024, 50% above the world average of $89.05 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of orthopedic supports to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.3 million in 2017 to $6.4 million in 2024, a fall of 44%. The peak was 2019 at $13.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for orthopedic supports?
The HS code for orthopedic supports is subheading 9021.10. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9021 page.
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