Polyether resins imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Lebanon imported polyether resins worth $12.8 million (7.9 thousand tonnes). Value rose 24% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $26.7 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 | $12.8M | 7.9K t |
| 2023 | $10.3M | 4.3K t |
| 2022 | $14.2M | 7.2K t |
| 2021 | $12.2M | 4.9K t |
| 2020 | $7.2M | 4.6K t |
| 2019 | $12.3M | 7.4K t |
| 2018 | $26.7M | 15.5K t |
| 2017 | $13.7M | 8.9K t |
Where Lebanon imports polyether resins from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 54% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $6.9M | 54% |
| Thailand | $1.7M | 13% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.3M | 10% |
| Netherlands | $664K | 5.2% |
| Belgium | $563K | 4.4% |
| France | $443K | 3.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $352K | 2.8% |
| Turkey | $216K | 1.7% |
| Egypt | $216K | 1.7% |
| South Korea | $151K | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.62 per kg, 24% below the world average of $2.13, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Polyether resins exports from Lebanon
Exports of polyether resins by Lebanon reached $597 thousand in 2024 (47 tonnes). Syria alone took 92% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Syria grew fastest (+483% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Syria | $547K | 92% |
| Cyprus | $46K | 7.7% |
| Angola | $4K | 0.7% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $1K | 0.1% |
| Turkey | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
The shipment records behind Lebanon polyether resins imports (HS 3907.20): 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 3907.20: Polyethers: in primary forms, excluding polyacetals.
Common questions
What is the value of polyether resins imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported polyether resins worth $12.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 78th of 194 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 24% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyether resins to Lebanon?
China was the largest supplier with 54% of the value ($6.9 million), followed by Thailand (13%) and Saudi Arabia (10%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 720% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyether resins per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.62 per kg in 2024, 24% below the world average of $2.13 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of polyether resins to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $13.7 million in 2017 to $12.8 million in 2024, a fall of 7%. The peak was 2018 at $26.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $13.7 million a year.
Does Lebanon also export polyether resins?
Yes. Lebanon exported $597 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Syria, Cyprus and Angola. On balance Lebanon is a net importer of this product, by about $12.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyether resins?
The HS code for polyether resins is subheading 3907.20. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3907 page.
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