Soup preparations imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of soup preparations by Lebanon reached $5.9 million in 2024 (1.4 thousand tonnes). That is 39% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $11.5 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 | $5.9M | 1.4K t |
| 2023 | $4.3M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $3.9M | 1.4K t |
| 2021 | $6.4M | 2.0K t |
| 2020 | $5.6M | 1.5K t |
| 2019 | $11.5M | 2.5K t |
| 2018 | $7.9M | 2.0K t |
| 2017 | $2.3M | 731 t |
Where Lebanon imports soup preparations from
Egypt alone supplied 73% of it. Among the main suppliers, Egypt grew fastest (+58% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $4.3M | 73% |
| Turkey | $610K | 10% |
| Austria | $154K | 2.6% |
| Hungary | $131K | 2.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $112K | 1.9% |
| Syria | $104K | 1.8% |
| France | $88K | 1.5% |
| Slovakia | $84K | 1.4% |
| Spain | $60K | 1% |
| Jordan | $58K | 1% |
Product types under HS 2104
| 2104.10 | Soups and broths and preparations therefor | 92% |
| 2104.20 | Homogenised composite food preparations | 8.5% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 2104.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.30 per kg, 41% above the world average of $3.04. 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.
Soup preparations exports from Lebanon
Exports of soup preparations by Lebanon reached $1.1 million in 2024 (429 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Netherlands (18%), Qatar (14%), Turkey (6%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 37%. Among the main buyer markets, Ghana grew fastest (+341% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $189K | 18% |
| Qatar | $146K | 14% |
| Turkey | $62K | 5.8% |
| Republic of the Congo | $51K | 4.8% |
| Nigeria | $50K | 4.7% |
| Ghana | $48K | 4.5% |
| United States | $48K | 4.5% |
| Equatorial Guinea | $47K | 4.4% |
| United Kingdom | $44K | 4.2% |
| Australia | $37K | 3.4% |
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 2104: Soups and broths and preparations therefor; homogenised composite food preparations.
Common questions
What is the value of soup preparations imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported soup preparations worth $5.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 91st of 220 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 39% on 2023.
Which countries supply soup preparations to Lebanon?
Egypt was the largest supplier with 73% of the value ($4.3 million), followed by Turkey (10%) and Austria (3%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. Austria grew fastest among the top ten, up 134% on the year.
What is the average import price of soup preparations per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.30 per kg in 2024, 41% above the world average of $3.04 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 soup preparations to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.3 million in 2017 to $5.9 million in 2024, an increase of 157%. The peak was 2019 at $11.5 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Lebanon also export soup preparations?
Yes. Lebanon exported $1.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, Qatar and Turkey. On balance Lebanon is a net importer of this product, by about $4.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for soup preparations?
The HS code for soup preparations is heading 2104. In Lebanon the largest six-digit codes were 2104.10 (91% of the value) and 2104.20 (9%). It sits in HS chapter 21 (miscellaneous edible preparations). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2104 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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