Solvent-based paint exports from Lebanon: data, top buyers and prices
Lebanon exported $26.4 million of solvent-based paint in 2024 (4.1 thousand tonnes). That is 14% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 17% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $26.4M | 4.1K t |
| 2023 | $23.1M | 3.6K t |
| 2022 | $22.9M | 4.8K t |
| 2021 | $21.6M | 5.3K t |
| 2020 | $22.0M | 5.7K t |
| 2019 | $24.5M | 7.1K t |
| 2018 | $10.2M | 1.9K t |
| 2017 | $9.0M | 1.7K t |
Where Lebanon exports solvent-based paint to
Most of it went to United Arab Emirates (10%), Iraq (8%), United States (6%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 24%. Among the main buyer markets, Gabon grew fastest (+167% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $2.5M | 9.6% |
| Iraq | $2.2M | 8.4% |
| United States | $1.7M | 6.5% |
| Russia | $1.7M | 6.5% |
| Kuwait | $1.6M | 6.1% |
| United Kingdom | $1.6M | 6% |
| Italy | $1.4M | 5.4% |
| Gabon | $873K | 3.3% |
| Algeria | $852K | 3.2% |
| Qatar | $833K | 3.2% |
Product types under HS 3208
| 3208.20 | Paints and varnishes: based on acrylic or vinyl polymers, dispersed or dissolved in a non-aqueous medium | 59% |
| 3208.90 | Paints and varnishes: based on polymers n.e.c. in heading no. 3208, dispersed or dissolved in a non-aqueous medium | 37% |
| 3208.10 | Paints and varnishes: based on polyesters, dispersed or dissolved in a non-aqueous medium | 3.8% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3208.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.51 per kg, close to the world average of $5.76.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Solvent-based paint imports to Lebanon
Imports of solvent-based paint by Lebanon reached $7.9 million in 2024 (1.4 thousand tonnes). The largest suppliers were Italy (27%), China (11%), Greece (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 47%.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $2.1M | 27% |
| China | $895K | 11% |
| Greece | $694K | 8.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $622K | 7.9% |
| Turkey | $559K | 7.1% |
| Germany | $427K | 5.4% |
| Jordan | $382K | 4.8% |
| Egypt | $355K | 4.5% |
| Netherlands | $332K | 4.2% |
| United Kingdom | $289K | 3.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
Public statistics stop at country totals and the last published year. EximDataX shows the shipment records underneath: the companies, dates, quantities and declared values, updated weekly.
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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 3208: Paints, varnishes; (enamels and lacquers) based on synthetic polymers or chemically modified natural polymers, dispersed or dissolved in a non-aqueous medium.
Common questions
What is the value of solvent-based paint exported by Lebanon?
Lebanon exported solvent-based paint worth $26.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 46th of 186 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 14% on 2023.
Which countries buy solvent-based paint from Lebanon?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest buyer with 10% of the value ($2.5 million), followed by Iraq (8%) and the United States (6%). The top three together account for 24%, out of 76 buyer countries in total. Gabon grew fastest among the top ten, up 167% on the year.
What is the average export price of solvent-based paint per kg?
The average declared export value was about $6.51 per kg in 2024, 13% above the world average of $5.76 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 exports of solvent-based paint from Lebanon changed since 2017?
Exports went from $9.0 million in 2017 to $26.4 million in 2024, an increase of 194%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Lebanon also import solvent-based paint?
Yes. Lebanon imported $7.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Italy, China and Greece. On balance Lebanon is a net exporter of this product, by about $18.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for solvent-based paint?
The HS code for solvent-based paint is heading 3208. In Lebanon the largest six-digit codes were 3208.20 (59% of the value) and 3208.90 (37%). It sits in HS chapter 32 (tanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments and other colouring matter; paints, varnishes; putty, other mastics; inks). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3208 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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