Polyethylene film and sheet exports from Lebanon: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of polyethylene film and sheet by Lebanon reached $13.4 million in 2024 (4.7 thousand tonnes). That is 4% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average.
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 | $13.4M | 4.7K t |
| 2023 | $12.9M | 4.6K t |
| 2022 | $14.0M | 6.1K t |
| 2021 | $14.4M | 7.2K t |
| 2020 | $11.8M | 6.3K t |
| 2019 | $15.3M | 7.3K t |
| 2018 | $10.1M | 4.4K t |
| 2017 | $7.3M | 3.4K t |
Where Lebanon exports polyethylene film and sheet to
The largest buyer markets were Senegal (23%), Iraq (12%), Ireland (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 46%. Among the main buyer markets, Poland grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Senegal | $3.1M | 24% |
| Iraq | $1.6M | 12% |
| Ireland | $1.4M | 11% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.1M | 8.6% |
| Egypt | $939K | 7% |
| Tunisia | $770K | 5.8% |
| Guinea | $618K | 4.6% |
| United Kingdom | $592K | 4.4% |
| Poland | $490K | 3.7% |
| Spain | $365K | 2.7% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.85 per kg, close to the world average of $2.81.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Polyethylene film and sheet imports to Lebanon
Lebanon imported $11.4 million of polyethylene film and sheet in 2024 (3.8 thousand tonnes). Most of the value came from Saudi Arabia (27%), United Arab Emirates (17%), China (11%). Among the main suppliers, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+657% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $3.1M | 27% |
| United Arab Emirates | $2.0M | 18% |
| China | $1.2M | 11% |
| Egypt | $1.2M | 11% |
| Belgium | $926K | 8.1% |
| Turkey | $861K | 7.6% |
| Italy | $427K | 3.8% |
| Germany | $244K | 2.2% |
| Iran | $237K | 2.1% |
| Bahrain | $194K | 1.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
The shipment records behind Lebanon polyethylene film and sheet exports (HS 3920.10): 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 3920.10: Plastics: plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), of polymers of ethylene, non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials.
Common questions
What is the value of polyethylene film and sheet exported by Lebanon?
Lebanon exported polyethylene film and sheet worth $13.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 64th of 164 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 4% on 2023.
Which countries buy polyethylene film and sheet from Lebanon?
Senegal was the largest buyer with 23% of the value ($3.1 million), followed by Iraq (12%) and Ireland (11%). The top three together account for 46%, out of 44 buyer countries in total. Senegal grew fastest among the top ten, up 108% on the year.
What is the average export price of polyethylene film and sheet per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.85 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $2.81 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of polyethylene film and sheet from Lebanon changed since 2017?
Exports went from $7.3 million in 2017 to $13.4 million in 2024, an increase of 85%. The peak was 2019 at $15.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $12.4 million a year.
Does Lebanon also import polyethylene film and sheet?
Yes. Lebanon imported $11.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and China. That compares with exports of $13.4 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for polyethylene film and sheet?
The HS code for polyethylene film and sheet is subheading 3920.10. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3920 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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