Semi-chemical fluting paper imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
Lebanon imported $8.9 million of semi-chemical fluting paper in 2024 (13.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 19% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $12.0 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 | $8.9M | 13.7K t |
| 2023 | $7.5M | 10.9K t |
| 2022 | $9.5M | 13.5K t |
| 2021 | $12.0M | 21.0K t |
| 2020 | $6.8M | 16.4K t |
| 2019 | $9.5M | 19.7K t |
| 2018 | $7.1M | 10.2K t |
| 2017 | $5.3M | 10.4K t |
Where Lebanon imports semi-chemical fluting paper from
Most of the value came from Syria (34%), Egypt (22%), Sweden (18%). Among the main suppliers, Egypt grew fastest (+382% on the year before).
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.65 per kg, close to the world average of $0.64.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Semi-chemical fluting paper exports from Lebanon
Exports of semi-chemical fluting paper by Lebanon reached $237 thousand in 2024 (356 tonnes). Syria alone took 100% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Syria | $237K | 100% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
The shipment records behind Lebanon semi-chemical fluting paper imports (HS 4805.11): 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 4805.11: Paper and paperboard: uncoated, semi-chemical fluting paper, rolls or sheets.
Common questions
What is the value of semi-chemical fluting paper imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported semi-chemical fluting paper worth $8.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 13.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 27th of 146 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 19% on 2023.
Which countries supply semi-chemical fluting paper to Lebanon?
Syria was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($3.1 million), followed by Egypt (22%) and Sweden (18%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 594% on the year.
What is the average import price of semi-chemical fluting paper per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.65 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $0.64 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of semi-chemical fluting paper to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.3 million in 2017 to $8.9 million in 2024, an increase of 67%. The peak was 2021 at $12.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.3 million a year.
Does Lebanon also export semi-chemical fluting paper?
Yes. Lebanon exported $237 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Syria. On balance Lebanon is a net importer of this product, by about $8.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for semi-chemical fluting paper?
The HS code for semi-chemical fluting paper is subheading 4805.11. It sits in HS chapter 48 (paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or paperboard). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4805 page.
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