Specialty coated paper (other types) exports from Lebanon: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Lebanon exported specialty coated paper (other types) worth $2.9 million (890 tonnes). That is 6% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 51% 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 | $2.9M | 890 t |
| 2023 | $3.1M | 839 t |
| 2022 | $3.0M | 1.0K t |
| 2021 | $3.0M | 698 t |
| 2020 | $491K | 332 t |
| 2019 | $453K | 332 t |
| 2018 | $109K | 75 t |
| 2017 | $163K | 147 t |
Where Lebanon exports specialty coated paper (other types) to
The largest buyer markets were Yemen (40%), Morocco (26%), Egypt (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Iraq grew fastest (+427% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Yemen | $1.2M | 40% |
| Morocco | $743K | 26% |
| Egypt | $289K | 10% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $237K | 8.2% |
| Iraq | $108K | 3.7% |
| Ghana | $71K | 2.5% |
| Jordan | $64K | 2.2% |
| Republic of the Congo | $60K | 2.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $60K | 2.1% |
| Cyprus | $19K | 0.7% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.24 per kg, 34% above the world average of $2.41. 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.
Specialty coated paper (other types) imports to Lebanon
Lebanon imported $2.2 million of specialty coated paper (other types) in 2024 (738 tonnes). Most of the value came from China (35%), France (16%), Egypt (13%). Among the main suppliers, Sweden grew fastest (+241% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $773K | 35% |
| France | $368K | 17% |
| Egypt | $281K | 13% |
| Italy | $183K | 8.2% |
| Germany | $133K | 6% |
| Turkey | $117K | 5.2% |
| Sweden | $79K | 3.5% |
| Spain | $64K | 2.9% |
| Syria | $54K | 2.4% |
| United Kingdom | $51K | 2.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
The shipment records behind Lebanon specialty coated paper (other types) exports (HS 4811.90): 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 4811.90: Paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding and webs of soft cellulose fibres: coated, impregnated, covered, surface-decorated or surface-coloured, n.e.c. in heading no. 4811, in rolls or sheets.
Common questions
What is the value of specialty coated paper (other types) exported by Lebanon?
Lebanon exported specialty coated paper (other types) worth $2.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 890 tonnes. That ranks it 43rd of 141 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries buy specialty coated paper (other types) from Lebanon?
Yemen was the largest buyer with 40% of the value ($1.2 million), followed by Morocco (26%) and Egypt (10%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 34 buyer countries in total. Iraq grew fastest among the top ten, up 427% on the year.
What is the average export price of specialty coated paper (other types) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $3.24 per kg in 2024, 34% above the world average of $2.41 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of specialty coated paper (other types) from Lebanon changed since 2017?
Exports went from $163 thousand in 2017 to $2.9 million in 2024. The peak was 2023 at $3.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.7 million a year.
Does Lebanon also import specialty coated paper (other types)?
Yes. Lebanon imported $2.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, France and Egypt. On balance Lebanon is a net exporter of this product, by about $651 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for specialty coated paper (other types)?
The HS code for specialty coated paper (other types) is subheading 4811.90. 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 4811 page.
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