Plastic tableware imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of plastic tableware by Lebanon reached $12.3 million in 2024 (2.1 thousand tonnes). Value fell 10% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $25.6 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 | $12.3M | 2.1K t |
| 2023 | $13.6M | 2.2K t |
| 2022 | $15.8M | 2.9K t |
| 2021 | $6.1M | 1.9K t |
| 2020 | $5.2M | 1.5K t |
| 2019 | $15.0M | 3.9K t |
| 2018 | $25.6M | 5.4K t |
| 2017 | $23.6M | 4.6K t |
Where Lebanon imports plastic tableware from
Most of the value came from China (31%), Turkey (27%), Jordan (5%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.8M | 31% |
| Turkey | $3.4M | 28% |
| Jordan | $654K | 5.3% |
| Syria | $582K | 4.7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $581K | 4.7% |
| Egypt | $563K | 4.6% |
| France | $512K | 4.2% |
| Italy | $300K | 2.5% |
| Portugal | $242K | 2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $210K | 1.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.97 per kg, 32% above the world average of $4.52. 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 tableware exports from Lebanon
In 2024, Lebanon exported plastic tableware worth $6.7 million (1.2 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were United Kingdom (35%), Iraq (15%), Cyprus (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Republic of the Congo grew fastest (+98% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $2.3M | 35% |
| Iraq | $1.0M | 15% |
| Cyprus | $528K | 7.9% |
| Jordan | $409K | 6.1% |
| Sierra Leone | $334K | 5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $326K | 4.9% |
| Ghana | $312K | 4.7% |
| Republic of the Congo | $242K | 3.6% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $165K | 2.5% |
| Libya | $124K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
The shipment records behind Lebanon plastic tableware imports (HS 3924.10): 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 3924.10: Plastics: tableware and kitchenware.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic tableware imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported plastic tableware worth $12.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 101st of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic tableware to Lebanon?
China was the largest supplier with 31% of the value ($3.8 million), followed by Turkey (27%) and Jordan (5%). The top three together account for 64%, out of 62 supplier countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 20% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic tableware per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.97 per kg in 2024, 32% above the world average of $4.52 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of plastic tableware to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $23.6 million in 2017 to $12.3 million in 2024, a fall of 48%. The peak was 2018 at $25.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $14.6 million a year.
Does Lebanon also export plastic tableware?
Yes. Lebanon exported $6.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Kingdom, Iraq and Cyprus. On balance Lebanon is a net importer of this product, by about $5.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic tableware?
The HS code for plastic tableware is subheading 3924.10. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3924 page.
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