Paint thinner imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
Lebanon imported $8.4 million of paint thinner in 2024 (2.2 thousand tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. 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 | $8.4M | 2.2K t |
| 2023 | $8.2M | 2.0K t |
| 2022 | $10.1M | 7.4K t |
| 2021 | $5.0M | 4.5K t |
| 2020 | $3.8M | 3.9K t |
| 2019 | $6.6M | 7.8K t |
| 2018 | $7.5M | 8.9K t |
| 2017 | $5.6M | 8.1K t |
Where Lebanon imports paint thinner from
Most of the value came from United Arab Emirates (21%), Egypt (16%), Spain (13%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 50%. Among the main suppliers, Russia grew fastest (+110% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $1.8M | 21% |
| Egypt | $1.3M | 16% |
| Spain | $1.1M | 13% |
| Germany | $797K | 9.5% |
| Italy | $582K | 6.9% |
| India | $504K | 6% |
| South Africa | $422K | 5% |
| Turkey | $379K | 4.5% |
| China | $270K | 3.2% |
| Russia | $167K | 2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.79 per kg, 58% above the world average of $2.40. 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.
Paint thinner exports from Lebanon
In 2024, Lebanon exported paint thinner worth $3.5 million (852 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Syria (15%), Sierra Leone (14%), Kuwait (13%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 41%. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+132% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Syria | $504K | 15% |
| Sierra Leone | $470K | 14% |
| Kuwait | $455K | 13% |
| United States | $277K | 8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $208K | 6% |
| Liberia | $185K | 5.3% |
| Qatar | $149K | 4.3% |
| Jordan | $105K | 3% |
| Angola | $101K | 2.9% |
| United Kingdom | $100K | 2.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
Public statistics stop at country totals and the last published year. EximDataX shows the shipment records underneath: the companies, dates, quantities and declared values, updated weekly.
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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 3814: Organic composite solvents and thinners, not elsewhere specified or included; prepared paint or varnish removers.
Common questions
What is the value of paint thinner imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported paint thinner worth $8.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 63rd of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply paint thinner to Lebanon?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest supplier with 21% of the value ($1.8 million), followed by Egypt (16%) and Spain (13%). The top three together account for 50%, out of 37 supplier countries in total. Russia grew fastest among the top ten, up 110% on the year.
What is the average import price of paint thinner per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.79 per kg in 2024, 58% above the world average of $2.40 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 paint thinner to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.6 million in 2017 to $8.4 million in 2024, an increase of 50%. The peak was 2022 at $10.1 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Lebanon also export paint thinner?
Yes. Lebanon exported $3.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Syria, Sierra Leone and Kuwait. On balance Lebanon is a net importer of this product, by about $4.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for paint thinner?
The HS code for paint thinner is heading 3814. In Lebanon all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 3814.00. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3814 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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