Specialized machinery (other types) imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
Lebanon imported $5.4 million of specialized machinery (other types) in 2024 (432 tonnes). Value fell 40% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 12% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $14.1 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 | $5.4M | 432 t |
| 2023 | $9.0M | 627 t |
| 2022 | $10.1M | 473 t |
| 2021 | $4.4M | 308 t |
| 2020 | $5.4M | 241 t |
| 2019 | $13.5M | 783 t |
| 2018 | $14.1M | 676 t |
| 2017 | $13.4M | 646 t |
Where Lebanon imports specialized machinery (other types) from
The largest suppliers were Germany (25%), China (25%), Italy (17%). Among the main suppliers, Czech Republic grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $1.4M | 25% |
| China | $1.3M | 25% |
| Italy | $909K | 17% |
| United States | $307K | 5.7% |
| Turkey | $263K | 4.9% |
| Romania | $159K | 3% |
| South Korea | $150K | 2.8% |
| Austria | $109K | 2% |
| Belgium | $99K | 1.9% |
| Czech Republic | $92K | 1.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.40 per kg, 28% below the world average of $17.28, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Specialized machinery (other types) exports from Lebanon
Exports of specialized machinery (other types) by Lebanon reached $1.7 million in 2024 (122 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Syria (25%), Jordan (23%), Republic of the Congo (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Benin grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Syria | $415K | 25% |
| Jordan | $387K | 23% |
| Republic of the Congo | $136K | 8.2% |
| Benin | $80K | 4.8% |
| Kenya | $68K | 4.1% |
| Libya | $68K | 4.1% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $57K | 3.4% |
| Angola | $52K | 3.1% |
| Liberia | $50K | 3% |
| Ghana | $49K | 3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
The shipment records behind Lebanon specialized machinery (other types) imports (HS 8479.89): 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 8479.89: Machines and mechanical appliances: having individual functions, n.e.c. or included in this chapter.
Common questions
What is the value of specialized machinery (other types) imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported specialized machinery (other types) worth $5.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 432 tonnes. That ranks it 135th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 40% on 2023.
Which countries supply specialized machinery (other types) to Lebanon?
Germany was the largest supplier with 25% of the value ($1.4 million), followed by China (25%) and Italy (17%). The top three together account for 67%, out of 47 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 38% on the year.
What is the average import price of specialized machinery (other types) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $12.40 per kg in 2024, 28% below the world average of $17.28 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of specialized machinery (other types) to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $13.4 million in 2017 to $5.4 million in 2024, a fall of 60%. The peak was 2018 at $14.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.4 million a year.
Does Lebanon also export specialized machinery (other types)?
Yes. Lebanon exported $1.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Syria, Jordan and the Republic of the Congo. On balance Lebanon is a net importer of this product, by about $3.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for specialized machinery (other types)?
The HS code for specialized machinery (other types) is subheading 8479.89. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8479 page.
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