Precision measuring instruments imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
Lebanon imported $3.4 million of precision measuring instruments in 2024 (56 tonnes). Value fell 7% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 5% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $5.0 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 | $3.4M | 56 t |
| 2023 | $3.7M | 62 t |
| 2022 | $3.1M | 35 t |
| 2021 | $2.2M | 23 t |
| 2020 | $1.7M | 14 t |
| 2019 | $3.0M | 50 t |
| 2018 | $4.7M | 42 t |
| 2017 | $5.0M | 48 t |
Where Lebanon imports precision measuring instruments from
The largest suppliers were Germany (22%), China (19%), United States (14%). Among the main suppliers, Mexico grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $751K | 22% |
| China | $672K | 20% |
| United States | $488K | 14% |
| Mexico | $294K | 8.5% |
| South Korea | $242K | 7% |
| France | $233K | 6.7% |
| United Kingdom | $130K | 3.8% |
| Italy | $122K | 3.6% |
| Switzerland | $72K | 2.1% |
| Netherlands | $61K | 1.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $61.16 per kg, close to the world average of $71.97.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Precision measuring instruments exports from Lebanon
In 2024, Lebanon exported precision measuring instruments worth $1.3 million (1 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: China accounted for 73% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+314% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $952K | 74% |
| United Arab Emirates | $70K | 5.4% |
| Thailand | $55K | 4.2% |
| United States | $49K | 3.8% |
| Iran | $33K | 2.5% |
| Taiwan | $19K | 1.5% |
| Germany | $14K | 1.1% |
| France | $12K | 1% |
| Syria | $12K | 0.9% |
| Guinea | $12K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
The shipment records behind Lebanon precision measuring instruments imports (HS 9031.80): 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 9031.80: Instruments, appliances and machines: for measuring or checking n.e.c. in chapter 90.
Common questions
What is the value of precision measuring instruments imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported precision measuring instruments worth $3.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 56 tonnes. That ranks it 123rd of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply precision measuring instruments to Lebanon?
Germany was the largest supplier with 22% of the value ($750 thousand), followed by China (19%) and the United States (14%). The top three together account for 55%, out of 49 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 107% on the year.
What is the average import price of precision measuring instruments per kg?
The average declared import value was about $61.16 per kg in 2024, 15% below the world average of $71.97 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of precision measuring instruments to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.0 million in 2017 to $3.4 million in 2024, a fall of 31%. The peak was 2017 at $5.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.4 million a year.
Does Lebanon also export precision measuring instruments?
Yes. Lebanon exported $1.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to China, the United Arab Emirates and Thailand. On balance Lebanon is a net importer of this product, by about $2.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for precision measuring instruments?
The HS code for precision measuring instruments is subheading 9031.80. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9031 page.
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