Padlocks imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Lebanon imported padlocks worth $7.8 million (427 tonnes). That is 10% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $12.4 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 | $7.8M | 427 t |
| 2023 | $7.1M | 386 t |
| 2022 | $8.2M | 1.3K t |
| 2021 | $7.1M | 793 t |
| 2020 | $4.0M | 539 t |
| 2019 | $9.1M | 1.4K t |
| 2018 | $12.4M | 1.8K t |
| 2017 | $11.6M | 1.8K t |
Where Lebanon imports padlocks from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 59% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+172% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.6M | 59% |
| Italy | $1.0M | 13% |
| Spain | $833K | 11% |
| Turkey | $540K | 6.9% |
| Germany | $177K | 2.3% |
| Japan | $86K | 1.1% |
| Romania | $76K | 1% |
| Taiwan | $68K | 0.9% |
| France | $62K | 0.8% |
| United States | $59K | 0.8% |
Product types under HS 8301
| 8301.10 | Padlocks: (key, combination or electrically operated), of base metal | 50% |
| 8301.40 | Locks: (other than those for motor vehicles or furniture), (key, combination or electrically operated), of base metal | 27% |
| 8301.60 | Locks: parts of padlocks, locks, clasps and frames with clasps incorporating locks, of base metal | 8.9% |
| 8301.30 | Locks: of a kind used for furniture (key, combination or electrically operated), of base metal | 7.3% |
| 8301.70 | Keys: presented separately, of base metal | 3.1% |
| 8301.50 | Clasps and frames with clasps: incorporating locks, of base metal | 2.1% |
| 8301.20 | Locks: of a kind used for motor vehicles (key, combination or electrically operated), of base metal | 1.4% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8301.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $18.35 per kg, 46% above the world average of $12.53. 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.
Padlocks exports from Lebanon
Exports of padlocks by Lebanon reached $666 thousand in 2024 (28 tonnes). Most of it went to United Arab Emirates (26%), Nigeria (17%), Republic of the Congo (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Cyprus grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $172K | 26% |
| Nigeria | $116K | 17% |
| Republic of the Congo | $90K | 14% |
| United States | $86K | 13% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $50K | 7.6% |
| Cyprus | $44K | 6.6% |
| Gabon | $22K | 3.2% |
| Liberia | $16K | 2.3% |
| Cayman Isds | $11K | 1.7% |
| Cameroon | $10K | 1.5% |
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 8301: Padlocks and locks (key, combination, electrically operated) of base metal; clasps and frames with clasps incorporating locks, of base metal, keys for any or the foregoing articles, of base metal.
Common questions
What is the value of padlocks imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported padlocks worth $7.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 427 tonnes. That ranks it 108th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply padlocks to Lebanon?
China was the largest supplier with 59% of the value ($4.6 million), followed by Italy (13%) and Spain (11%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 46 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 172% on the year.
What is the average import price of padlocks per kg?
The average declared import value was about $18.35 per kg in 2024, 46% above the world average of $12.53 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 padlocks to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.6 million in 2017 to $7.8 million in 2024, a fall of 33%. The peak was 2018 at $12.4 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Lebanon also export padlocks?
Yes. Lebanon exported $666 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Nigeria and the Republic of the Congo. On balance Lebanon is a net importer of this product, by about $7.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for padlocks?
The HS code for padlocks is heading 8301. In Lebanon the largest six-digit codes were 8301.10 (50% of the value) and 8301.40 (27%). It sits in HS chapter 83 (metal; miscellaneous products of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8301 page.
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