Razor blades imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Lebanon imported razor blades worth $4.7 million (173 tonnes). Value rose 26% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $7.1 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 | $4.7M | 173 t |
| 2023 | $3.7M | 148 t |
| 2022 | $4.0M | 443 t |
| 2021 | $4.2M | 378 t |
| 2020 | $3.0M | 256 t |
| 2019 | $6.3M | 397 t |
| 2018 | $7.1M | 296 t |
| 2017 | $6.0M | 271 t |
Where Lebanon imports razor blades from
Most of the value came from Poland (32%), China (17%), France (13%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+696% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Poland | $1.5M | 32% |
| China | $781K | 17% |
| France | $598K | 13% |
| Greece | $573K | 12% |
| Germany | $410K | 8.7% |
| Turkey | $291K | 6.2% |
| Hong Kong | $199K | 4.2% |
| India | $91K | 1.9% |
| United States | $85K | 1.8% |
| Czech Republic | $76K | 1.6% |
Product types under HS 8212
| 8212.10 | Razors | 71% |
| 8212.20 | Razors: safety razor blades, including razor blade blanks in strips | 28% |
| 8212.90 | Razors: parts n.e.c. in heading no. 8212 | 1.5% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8212.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $27.23 per kg, 33% above the world average of $20.40. 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.
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Updated weekly on EximDataX (some markets daily), while public statistics stop at 2024.
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 8212: Razors and razor blades; (including razor blade blanks in strips).
Common questions
What is the value of razor blades imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported razor blades worth $4.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 173 tonnes. That ranks it 97th of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 26% on 2023.
Which countries supply razor blades to Lebanon?
Poland was the largest supplier with 32% of the value ($1.5 million), followed by China (17%) and France (13%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 696% on the year.
What is the average import price of razor blades per kg?
The average declared import value was about $27.23 per kg in 2024, 33% above the world average of $20.40 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have imports of razor blades to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.0 million in 2017 to $4.7 million in 2024, a fall of 22%. The peak was 2018 at $7.1 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
What is the HS code for razor blades?
The HS code for razor blades is heading 8212. In Lebanon the largest six-digit codes were 8212.10 (71% of the value) and 8212.20 (27%). It sits in HS chapter 82 (tools, implements, cutlery, spoons and forks, of base metal; parts thereof, of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8212 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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