Plastic waste (other) exports from Lebanon: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Lebanon exported plastic waste (other) worth $5.8 million (12.7 thousand tonnes). That is 23% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $7.6 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5.8M | 12.7K t |
| 2023 | $7.6M | 16.6K t |
| 2022 | $6.0M | 9.1K t |
| 2021 | $2.5M | 4.0K t |
| 2020 | $1.6M | 3.4K t |
| 2019 | $3.3M | 6.0K t |
| 2018 | $2.5M | 4.0K t |
| 2017 | $2.5M | 4.7K t |
Where Lebanon exports plastic waste (other) to
Turkey alone took 72% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Morocco grew fastest (+426% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $4.2M | 72% |
| Italy | $488K | 8.4% |
| Morocco | $486K | 8.3% |
| Spain | $240K | 4.1% |
| Egypt | $153K | 2.6% |
| Portugal | $90K | 1.5% |
| Brazil | $45K | 0.8% |
| Bulgaria | $43K | 0.7% |
| United States | $32K | 0.6% |
| Gabon | $17K | 0.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.46 per kg, close to the world average of $0.43.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
The shipment records behind Lebanon plastic waste (other) exports (HS 3915.90): 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 3915.90: Plastics n.e.c. in heading no. 3915: waste, parings and scrap.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic waste (other) exported by Lebanon?
Lebanon exported plastic waste (other) worth $5.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 12.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 50th of 170 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 23% on 2023.
Which countries buy plastic waste (other) from Lebanon?
Turkey was the largest buyer with 72% of the value ($4.2 million), followed by Italy (8%) and Morocco (8%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 13 buyer countries in total. Morocco grew fastest among the top ten, up 426% on the year.
What is the average export price of plastic waste (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.46 per kg in 2024, 7% above the world average of $0.43 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of plastic waste (other) from Lebanon changed since 2017?
Exports went from $2.5 million in 2017 to $5.8 million in 2024, an increase of 130%. The peak was 2023 at $7.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic waste (other)?
The HS code for plastic waste (other) is subheading 3915.90. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3915 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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