Plastic packing articles (other) imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
Lebanon imported $2.8 million of plastic packing articles (other) in 2024 (492 tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $4.3 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 | $2.8M | 492 t |
| 2023 | $2.8M | 474 t |
| 2022 | $1.7M | 356 t |
| 2021 | $1.9M | 434 t |
| 2020 | $1.7M | 439 t |
| 2019 | $2.5M | 642 t |
| 2018 | $4.3M | 1.7K t |
| 2017 | $2.6M | 544 t |
Where Lebanon imports plastic packing articles (other) from
The largest suppliers were China (21%), Italy (19%), Egypt (15%). Among the main suppliers, Jordan grew fastest (+604% on the year before).
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.63 per kg, 28% above the world average of $4.40. 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.
Plastic packing articles (other) exports from Lebanon
Exports of plastic packing articles (other) by Lebanon reached $1.1 million in 2024 (357 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Sierra Leone (20%), Gabon (19%), Tanzania (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 49%. Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+714% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Sierra Leone | $227K | 20% |
| Gabon | $215K | 19% |
| Tanzania | $118K | 10% |
| United Arab Emirates | $92K | 8.1% |
| Cyprus | $62K | 5.5% |
| Australia | $53K | 4.7% |
| Liberia | $47K | 4.2% |
| Gambia | $41K | 3.6% |
| Republic of the Congo | $36K | 3.2% |
| Germany | $28K | 2.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
The shipment records behind Lebanon plastic packing articles (other) imports (HS 3923.90): 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 3923.90: Plastics: articles for the conveyance or packing of goods n.e.c. in heading no. 3923.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic packing articles (other) imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported plastic packing articles (other) worth $2.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 492 tonnes. That ranks it 140th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 0% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic packing articles (other) to Lebanon?
China was the largest supplier with 21% of the value ($592 thousand), followed by Italy (19%) and Egypt (15%). The top three together account for 55%, out of 40 supplier countries in total. Jordan grew fastest among the top ten, up 604% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic packing articles (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.63 per kg in 2024, 28% above the world average of $4.40 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic packing articles (other) to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.6 million in 2017 to $2.8 million in 2024, an increase of 6%. The peak was 2018 at $4.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.5 million a year.
Does Lebanon also export plastic packing articles (other)?
Yes. Lebanon exported $1.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Sierra Leone, Gabon and Tanzania. On balance Lebanon is a net importer of this product, by about $1.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic packing articles (other)?
The HS code for plastic packing articles (other) is subheading 3923.90. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3923 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For Lebanon, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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