Rigid PVC film and sheet imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of rigid pvc film and sheet by Lebanon reached $4.3 million in 2024 (1.1 thousand tonnes). That is 8% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 5% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $6.3 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 | $4.3M | 1.1K t |
| 2023 | $4.6M | 1.2K t |
| 2022 | $4.0M | 1.7K t |
| 2021 | $3.4M | 1.3K t |
| 2020 | $2.4M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $5.4M | 3.0K t |
| 2018 | $5.5M | 2.0K t |
| 2017 | $6.3M | 2.4K t |
Where Lebanon imports rigid pvc film and sheet from
Most of the value came from China (44%), Turkey (22%), Bahrain (8%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.9M | 44% |
| Turkey | $962K | 23% |
| Bahrain | $332K | 7.8% |
| Switzerland | $295K | 6.9% |
| Germany | $169K | 4% |
| United States | $124K | 2.9% |
| India | $123K | 2.9% |
| Slovenia | $82K | 1.9% |
| Taiwan | $75K | 1.7% |
| Portugal | $74K | 1.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.97 per kg, 24% above the world average of $3.19. 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.
Rigid PVC film and sheet exports from Lebanon
Exports of rigid pvc film and sheet by Lebanon reached $910 thousand in 2024 (336 tonnes). Most of it went to Portugal (35%), United Kingdom (17%), Qatar (12%). Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+379% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Portugal | $321K | 35% |
| United Kingdom | $152K | 17% |
| Qatar | $109K | 12% |
| Kuwait | $75K | 8.3% |
| United States | $70K | 7.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $32K | 3.5% |
| Cyprus | $26K | 2.9% |
| Guinea | $22K | 2.4% |
| Egypt | $22K | 2.4% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $15K | 1.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
The shipment records behind Lebanon rigid pvc film and sheet imports (HS 3920.49): 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 3920.49: Plastics: polymers of vinyl chloride, containing by weight, less than 6% of plasticisers: plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials.
Common questions
What is the value of rigid pvc film and sheet imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported rigid pvc film and sheet worth $4.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 90th of 215 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply rigid pvc film and sheet to Lebanon?
China was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($1.9 million), followed by Turkey (22%) and Bahrain (8%). The top three together account for 75%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 237% on the year.
What is the average import price of rigid pvc film and sheet per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.97 per kg in 2024, 24% above the world average of $3.19 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of rigid pvc film and sheet to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.3 million in 2017 to $4.3 million in 2024, a fall of 32%. The peak was 2017 at $6.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.5 million a year.
Does Lebanon also export rigid pvc film and sheet?
Yes. Lebanon exported $910 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Portugal, the United Kingdom and Qatar. On balance Lebanon is a net importer of this product, by about $3.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for rigid pvc film and sheet?
The HS code for rigid pvc film and sheet is subheading 3920.49. 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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