Plums and sloes exports from Lebanon: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Lebanon exported plums and sloes worth $5.3 million (2.4 thousand tonnes). Value fell 62% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 31% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $13.9 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 | $5.3M | 2.4K t |
| 2023 | $13.9M | 6.0K t |
| 2022 | $5.6M | 4.1K t |
| 2021 | $5.6M | 8.4K t |
| 2020 | $5.4M | 7.6K t |
| 2019 | $3.0M | 4.7K t |
| 2018 | $1.6M | 1.3K t |
| 2017 | $802K | 676 t |
Where Lebanon exports plums and sloes to
One buyer market dominates: Egypt accounted for 80% of the value.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.17 per kg, 36% above the world average of $1.60. 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.
Plums and sloes imports to Lebanon
In 2024, Lebanon imported plums and sloes worth $286 thousand (130 tonnes). One supplier dominates: Syria accounted for 79% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Syria | $225K | 79% |
| Turkey | $57K | 20% |
| South Africa | $2K | 0.7% |
| Australia | $2K | 0.7% |
| Italy | $0K | 0.1% |
| Spain | $0K | 0% |
| Thailand | $0K | 0% |
| Tokelau | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
The shipment records behind Lebanon plums and sloes exports (HS 0809.40): 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 0809.40: Fruit, edible: plums and sloes, fresh.
Common questions
What is the value of plums and sloes exported by Lebanon?
Lebanon exported plums and sloes worth $5.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 22nd of 135 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 62% on 2023.
Which countries buy plums and sloes from Lebanon?
Egypt was the largest buyer with 80% of the value ($4.2 million), followed by Kuwait (5%) and the United Arab Emirates (4%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 30 buyer countries in total. Nigeria grew fastest among the top ten, up 572% on the year.
What is the average export price of plums and sloes per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.17 per kg in 2024, 36% above the world average of $1.60 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of plums and sloes from Lebanon changed since 2017?
Exports went from $802 thousand in 2017 to $5.3 million in 2024, an increase of 561%. The peak was 2023 at $13.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.2 million a year.
Does Lebanon also import plums and sloes?
Yes. Lebanon imported $286 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Syria, Turkey and South Africa. On balance Lebanon is a net exporter of this product, by about $5.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for plums and sloes?
The HS code for plums and sloes is subheading 0809.40. It sits in HS chapter 08 (fruit and nuts, edible; peel of citrus fruit or melons). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0809 page.
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