Petrol cars 1000-1500cc imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Lebanon imported petrol cars 1000-1500cc worth $35.4 million (2.7 thousand tonnes). Value fell 20% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 16% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $123.3 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 | $35.4M | 2.7K t |
| 2023 | $44.2M | 3.5K t |
| 2022 | $55.3M | 5.0K t |
| 2021 | $12.9M | 1.2K t |
| 2020 | $7.1M | 890 t |
| 2019 | $64.3M | 6.9K t |
| 2018 | $122.7M | 11.9K t |
| 2017 | $123.3M | 13.4K t |
Where Lebanon imports petrol cars 1000-1500cc from
The largest suppliers were China (20%), Morocco (19%), Indonesia (16%). Among the main suppliers, Morocco grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $7.2M | 20% |
| Morocco | $6.7M | 19% |
| Indonesia | $5.8M | 16% |
| Thailand | $4.7M | 13% |
| Japan | $2.8M | 8% |
| South Korea | $2.5M | 7% |
| Mexico | $2.0M | 5.6% |
| India | $1.7M | 4.8% |
| Canada | $644K | 1.8% |
| Germany | $523K | 1.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.00 per kg, close to the world average of $12.24.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Petrol cars 1000-1500cc exports from Lebanon
Lebanon exported $2.1 million of petrol cars 1000-1500cc in 2024 (164 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United Arab Emirates accounted for 56% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Gabon grew fastest (+901% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $1.2M | 56% |
| United States | $263K | 13% |
| Gabon | $151K | 7.1% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $134K | 6.4% |
| Angola | $120K | 5.7% |
| Benin | $53K | 2.5% |
| Ghana | $52K | 2.4% |
| Sierra Leone | $44K | 2.1% |
| Togo | $28K | 1.3% |
| Libya | $26K | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
The shipment records behind Lebanon petrol cars 1000-1500cc imports (HS 8703.22): 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 8703.22: Vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1000 but not over 1500cc.
Common questions
What is the value of petrol cars 1000-1500cc imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported petrol cars 1000-1500cc worth $35.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 110th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 20% on 2023.
Which countries supply petrol cars 1000-1500cc to Lebanon?
China was the largest supplier with 20% of the value ($7.2 million), followed by Morocco (19%) and Indonesia (16%). The top three together account for 56%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. Indonesia grew fastest among the top ten, up 86% on the year.
What is the average import price of petrol cars 1000-1500cc per kg?
The average declared import value was about $13.00 per kg in 2024, 6% above the world average of $12.24 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of petrol cars 1000-1500cc to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $123.3 million in 2017 to $35.4 million in 2024, a fall of 71%. The peak was 2017 at $123.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $58.1 million a year.
Does Lebanon also export petrol cars 1000-1500cc?
Yes. Lebanon exported $2.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, the United States and Gabon. On balance Lebanon is a net importer of this product, by about $33.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for petrol cars 1000-1500cc?
The HS code for petrol cars 1000-1500cc is subheading 8703.22. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8703 page.
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