Paper and cellulose articles (other) imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of paper and cellulose articles (other) by Lebanon reached $3.5 million in 2024 (960 tonnes). That is 20% less than in 2023. 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 | $3.5M | 960 t |
| 2023 | $4.4M | 1.2K t |
| 2022 | $3.2M | 851 t |
| 2021 | $3.3M | 1.2K t |
| 2020 | $3.8M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $4.2M | 1.4K t |
| 2018 | $3.5M | 997 t |
| 2017 | $3.6M | 1.1K t |
Where Lebanon imports paper and cellulose articles (other) from
One supplier dominates: Italy accounted for 66% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $2.3M | 66% |
| Germany | $590K | 17% |
| China | $211K | 6% |
| Turkey | $109K | 3.1% |
| South Korea | $85K | 2.4% |
| Greece | $47K | 1.3% |
| Serbia | $46K | 1.3% |
| France | $22K | 0.6% |
| Bulgaria | $21K | 0.6% |
| Spain | $15K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.69 per kg, close to the world average of $3.25.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Paper and cellulose articles (other) exports from Lebanon
Lebanon exported $422 thousand of paper and cellulose articles (other) in 2024 (127 tonnes). Togo alone took 70% of it. Among the main buyer markets, United Kingdom grew fastest (+337% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Togo | $295K | 70% |
| United Kingdom | $25K | 5.8% |
| Kuwait | $23K | 5.3% |
| Republic of the Congo | $12K | 2.8% |
| Ghana | $10K | 2.4% |
| Cameroon | $9K | 2.2% |
| Zambia | $6K | 1.5% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $5K | 1.3% |
| Angola | $5K | 1.1% |
| Sierra Leone | $4K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
The shipment records behind Lebanon paper and cellulose articles (other) imports (HS 4818.90): 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 4818.90: Paper articles: articles of paper, cellulose wadding or fibres, n.e.c. in heading no. 4818.
Common questions
What is the value of paper and cellulose articles (other) imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported paper and cellulose articles (other) worth $3.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 960 tonnes. That ranks it 70th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 20% on 2023.
Which countries supply paper and cellulose articles (other) to Lebanon?
Italy was the largest supplier with 66% of the value ($2.3 million), followed by Germany (17%) and China (6%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 376% on the year.
What is the average import price of paper and cellulose articles (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.69 per kg in 2024, 14% above the world average of $3.25 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of paper and cellulose articles (other) to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.6 million in 2017 to $3.5 million in 2024, a fall of 1%. The peak was 2023 at $4.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.7 million a year.
Does Lebanon also export paper and cellulose articles (other)?
Yes. Lebanon exported $422 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Togo, the United Kingdom and Kuwait. On balance Lebanon is a net importer of this product, by about $3.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for paper and cellulose articles (other)?
The HS code for paper and cellulose articles (other) is subheading 4818.90. It sits in HS chapter 48 (paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or paperboard). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4818 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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