Ready-to-eat pasta imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of ready-to-eat pasta by Lebanon reached $17.6 million in 2024 (5.4 thousand tonnes). That is 34% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 33% 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 | $17.6M | 5.4K t |
| 2023 | $13.2M | 4.0K t |
| 2022 | $15.1M | 8.3K t |
| 2021 | $7.7M | 5.7K t |
| 2020 | $4.9M | 4.3K t |
| 2019 | $8.1M | 5.2K t |
| 2018 | $4.4M | 4.8K t |
| 2017 | $2.4M | 3.7K t |
Where Lebanon imports ready-to-eat pasta from
One supplier dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 74% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+229% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $13.1M | 74% |
| Turkey | $2.2M | 12% |
| Egypt | $923K | 5.2% |
| South Korea | $287K | 1.6% |
| Italy | $210K | 1.2% |
| Jordan | $193K | 1.1% |
| Philippines | $89K | 0.5% |
| Lithuania | $82K | 0.5% |
| Austria | $80K | 0.5% |
| United States | $76K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.29 per kg, 26% above the world average of $2.61. 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.
Ready-to-eat pasta exports from Lebanon
Exports of ready-to-eat pasta by Lebanon reached $1.4 million in 2024 (484 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were United Arab Emirates (39%), Egypt (13%), Australia (6%). Among the main buyer markets, Guinea grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $555K | 39% |
| Egypt | $189K | 13% |
| Australia | $85K | 5.9% |
| Canada | $55K | 3.9% |
| Kuwait | $54K | 3.8% |
| Guinea | $53K | 3.7% |
| Senegal | $46K | 3.2% |
| Nigeria | $35K | 2.5% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $32K | 2.2% |
| Gabon | $30K | 2.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
The shipment records behind Lebanon ready-to-eat pasta imports (HS 1902.30): 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 1902.30: Food preparations: pasta (excluding stuffed), cooked or otherwise prepared.
Common questions
What is the value of ready-to-eat pasta imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported ready-to-eat pasta worth $17.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 51st of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 34% on 2023.
Which countries supply ready-to-eat pasta to Lebanon?
Saudi Arabia was the largest supplier with 74% of the value ($13.1 million), followed by Turkey (12%) and Egypt (5%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 41 supplier countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 229% on the year.
What is the average import price of ready-to-eat pasta per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.29 per kg in 2024, 26% above the world average of $2.61 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of ready-to-eat pasta to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.4 million in 2017 to $17.6 million in 2024, an increase of 638%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $9.2 million a year.
Does Lebanon also export ready-to-eat pasta?
Yes. Lebanon exported $1.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Egypt and Australia. On balance Lebanon is a net importer of this product, by about $16.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for ready-to-eat pasta?
The HS code for ready-to-eat pasta is subheading 1902.30. 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 1902 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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