Rubber clothing and gloves imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
Lebanon imported $8.4 million of rubber clothing and gloves in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). That is 60% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $15.6 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 | $8.4M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $5.2M | 660 t |
| 2022 | $10.8M | 2.3K t |
| 2021 | $15.0M | 1.6K t |
| 2020 | $8.6M | 1.4K t |
| 2019 | $15.6M | 3.4K t |
| 2018 | $15.5M | 3.6K t |
| 2017 | $13.1M | 3.0K t |
Where Lebanon imports rubber clothing and gloves from
The largest suppliers were Malaysia (41%), China (38%), Thailand (11%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+197% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysia | $3.5M | 41% |
| China | $3.2M | 38% |
| Thailand | $951K | 11% |
| United States | $132K | 1.6% |
| Turkey | $120K | 1.4% |
| Vietnam | $112K | 1.3% |
| India | $108K | 1.3% |
| Indonesia | $75K | 0.9% |
| Sri Lanka | $61K | 0.7% |
| Belgium | $23K | 0.3% |
Product types under HS 4015
| 4015.19 | Rubber: vulcanised (other than hard rubber), gloves, mittens and mitts other than surgical gloves | 60% |
| 4015.11 | Rubber: vulcanised (other than hard rubber), surgical gloves | 22% |
| 4015.90 | Rubber: vulcanised (other than hard rubber), articles of apparel and clothing accessories (other than gloves, mittens and mitts) | 18% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 4015.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.91 per kg, 28% above the world average of $5.38. 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.
Rubber clothing and gloves exports from Lebanon
Exports of rubber clothing and gloves by Lebanon reached $776 thousand in 2024 (130 tonnes). Syria alone took 89% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Syria grew fastest (+802% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Syria | $690K | 89% |
| Turkey | $41K | 5.3% |
| United States | $12K | 1.6% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $4K | 0.5% |
| Gabon | $3K | 0.4% |
| Chile | $3K | 0.4% |
| Gambia | $3K | 0.4% |
| Togo | $3K | 0.4% |
| Iraq | $3K | 0.4% |
| Zambia | $3K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
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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 4015: Articles of apparel and clothing accessories (including gloves, mittens and mitts), for all purposes, of vulcanised rubber other than hard rubber.
Common questions
What is the value of rubber clothing and gloves imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported rubber clothing and gloves worth $8.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 76th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 60% on 2023.
Which countries supply rubber clothing and gloves to Lebanon?
Malaysia was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($3.5 million), followed by China (38%) and Thailand (11%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 35 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 197% on the year.
What is the average import price of rubber clothing and gloves per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.91 per kg in 2024, 28% above the world average of $5.38 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 rubber clothing and gloves to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $13.1 million in 2017 to $8.4 million in 2024, a fall of 36%. The peak was 2019 at $15.6 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Lebanon also export rubber clothing and gloves?
Yes. Lebanon exported $776 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Syria, Turkey and the United States. On balance Lebanon is a net importer of this product, by about $7.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for rubber clothing and gloves?
The HS code for rubber clothing and gloves is heading 4015. In Lebanon the largest six-digit codes were 4015.19 (60% of the value) and 4015.11 (22%). It sits in HS chapter 40 (rubber and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4015 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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