Prepared grain cereals imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Lebanon imported prepared grain cereals worth $2.1 million (431 tonnes). That is 13% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 28% a year on average.
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 | $2.1M | 431 t |
| 2023 | $2.4M | 625 t |
| 2022 | $2.1M | 952 t |
| 2021 | $1.3M | 659 t |
| 2020 | $963K | 542 t |
| 2019 | $635K | 214 t |
| 2018 | $493K | 238 t |
| 2017 | $370K | 111 t |
Where Lebanon imports prepared grain cereals from
Most of the value came from Syria (27%), United Kingdom (22%), Spain (10%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+327% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Syria | $557K | 27% |
| United Kingdom | $452K | 22% |
| Spain | $214K | 10% |
| Jordan | $150K | 7.2% |
| Malta | $131K | 6.3% |
| Indonesia | $65K | 3.1% |
| Egypt | $63K | 3% |
| Turkey | $55K | 2.6% |
| United States | $55K | 2.6% |
| Malaysia | $44K | 2.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.84 per kg, 69% above the world average of $2.87. 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.
Prepared grain cereals exports from Lebanon
Exports of prepared grain cereals by Lebanon reached $1.5 million in 2024 (495 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were United States (26%), Jordan (21%), Iraq (12%). Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+827% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $399K | 26% |
| Jordan | $321K | 21% |
| Iraq | $191K | 13% |
| United Arab Emirates | $112K | 7.3% |
| Qatar | $87K | 5.7% |
| Morocco | $69K | 4.5% |
| Canada | $60K | 3.9% |
| Oman | $54K | 3.5% |
| Liberia | $32K | 2.1% |
| Sweden | $24K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
The shipment records behind Lebanon prepared grain cereals imports (HS 1904.90): 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 1904.90: Food preparations: cereal or cereal products (excluding maize), in grain form, pre-cooked or otherwise prepared.
Common questions
What is the value of prepared grain cereals imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported prepared grain cereals worth $2.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 431 tonnes. That ranks it 70th of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply prepared grain cereals to Lebanon?
Syria was the largest supplier with 27% of the value ($556 thousand), followed by the United Kingdom (22%) and Spain (10%). The top three together account for 59%, out of 40 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 327% on the year.
What is the average import price of prepared grain cereals per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.84 per kg in 2024, 69% above the world average of $2.87 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of prepared grain cereals to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $370 thousand in 2017 to $2.1 million in 2024, an increase of 464%. The peak was 2023 at $2.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.3 million a year.
Does Lebanon also export prepared grain cereals?
Yes. Lebanon exported $1.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Jordan and Iraq. On balance Lebanon is a net importer of this product, by about $558 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for prepared grain cereals?
The HS code for prepared grain cereals is subheading 1904.90. It sits in HS chapter 19 (preparations of cereals, flour, starch or milk; pastrycooks' products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1904 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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