Polyethylene terephthalate film imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of polyethylene terephthalate film by Lebanon reached $3.5 million in 2024 (1.4 thousand tonnes). Value fell 21% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $6.2 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 | $3.5M | 1.4K t |
| 2023 | $4.4M | 1.5K t |
| 2022 | $6.2M | 2.2K t |
| 2021 | $4.4M | 2.3K t |
| 2020 | $4.2M | 2.4K t |
| 2019 | $5.5M | 3.2K t |
| 2018 | $3.9M | 2.0K t |
| 2017 | $1.3M | 503 t |
Where Lebanon imports polyethylene terephthalate film from
Most of the value came from India (36%), China (30%), Italy (10%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+198% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $1.3M | 36% |
| China | $1.0M | 30% |
| Italy | $353K | 10% |
| Oman | $316K | 9.1% |
| Turkey | $139K | 4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $84K | 2.4% |
| Bahrain | $84K | 2.4% |
| Egypt | $47K | 1.4% |
| United States | $45K | 1.3% |
| Taiwan | $41K | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.54 per kg, close to the world average of $3.01.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Polyethylene terephthalate film exports from Lebanon
In 2024, Lebanon exported polyethylene terephthalate film worth $768 thousand (239 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Kuwait (37%), Portugal (18%), Egypt (18%). Among the main buyer markets, Jordan grew fastest (+77% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kuwait | $284K | 37% |
| Portugal | $136K | 18% |
| Egypt | $136K | 18% |
| Senegal | $75K | 9.8% |
| Tunisia | $64K | 8.4% |
| Morocco | $43K | 5.6% |
| Jordan | $23K | 3.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $3K | 0.4% |
| Netherlands | $3K | 0.4% |
| Mozambique | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
The shipment records behind Lebanon polyethylene terephthalate film imports (HS 3920.62): 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 3920.62: Plastics: plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), of poly(ethylene terephthalate), non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials.
Common questions
What is the value of polyethylene terephthalate film imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported polyethylene terephthalate film worth $3.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 88th of 211 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 21% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyethylene terephthalate film to Lebanon?
India was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($1.3 million), followed by China (30%) and Italy (10%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 198% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyethylene terephthalate film per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.54 per kg in 2024, 16% below the world average of $3.01 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of polyethylene terephthalate film to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.3 million in 2017 to $3.5 million in 2024, an increase of 176%. The peak was 2022 at $6.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.2 million a year.
Does Lebanon also export polyethylene terephthalate film?
Yes. Lebanon exported $768 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kuwait, Portugal and Egypt. On balance Lebanon is a net importer of this product, by about $2.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyethylene terephthalate film?
The HS code for polyethylene terephthalate film is subheading 3920.62. 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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