Steel prop and scaffolding exports from Lebanon: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of steel prop and scaffolding by Lebanon reached $5.8 million in 2024 (2.7 thousand tonnes). That is 25% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 40% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $7.7 million.
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 | $5.8M | 2.7K t |
| 2023 | $7.7M | 3.1K t |
| 2022 | $6.6M | 4.6K t |
| 2021 | $4.8M | 3.3K t |
| 2020 | $2.9M | 2.6K t |
| 2019 | $1.9M | 1.2K t |
| 2018 | $906K | 1.2K t |
| 2017 | $555K | 863 t |
Where Lebanon exports steel prop and scaffolding to
The largest buyer markets were Nigeria (17%), Italy (12%), Cote d'Ivoire (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 39%. Among the main buyer markets, Gabon grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Nigeria | $958K | 17% |
| Italy | $668K | 12% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $622K | 11% |
| Gabon | $609K | 11% |
| Benin | $381K | 6.6% |
| Togo | $301K | 5.2% |
| Tunisia | $299K | 5.2% |
| Republic of the Congo | $250K | 4.3% |
| Sierra Leone | $221K | 3.8% |
| Canada | $182K | 3.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.15 per kg, close to the world average of $2.05.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Steel prop and scaffolding imports to Lebanon
In 2024, Lebanon imported steel prop and scaffolding worth $1.9 million (770 tonnes). Most of the value came from China (35%), Egypt (32%), Austria (13%). Among the main suppliers, Austria grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $650K | 35% |
| Egypt | $593K | 32% |
| Austria | $243K | 13% |
| Turkey | $104K | 5.6% |
| India | $64K | 3.4% |
| Germany | $55K | 3% |
| Italy | $45K | 2.4% |
| Kuwait | $31K | 1.6% |
| Serbia | $25K | 1.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $20K | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
The shipment records behind Lebanon steel prop and scaffolding exports (HS 7308.40): 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 7308.40: Iron or steel: structures and parts thereof, props and similar equipment for scaffolding, shuttering or pit-propping.
Common questions
What is the value of steel prop and scaffolding exported by Lebanon?
Lebanon exported steel prop and scaffolding worth $5.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 58th of 168 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 25% on 2023.
Which countries buy steel prop and scaffolding from Lebanon?
Nigeria was the largest buyer with 17% of the value ($958 thousand), followed by Italy (12%) and Cote d'Ivoire (11%). The top three together account for 39%, out of 36 buyer countries in total. Togo grew fastest among the top ten, up 368% on the year.
What is the average export price of steel prop and scaffolding per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.15 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $2.05 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of steel prop and scaffolding from Lebanon changed since 2017?
Exports went from $555 thousand in 2017 to $5.8 million in 2024, an increase of 939%. The peak was 2023 at $7.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.9 million a year.
Does Lebanon also import steel prop and scaffolding?
Yes. Lebanon imported $1.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Egypt and Austria. On balance Lebanon is a net exporter of this product, by about $3.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for steel prop and scaffolding?
The HS code for steel prop and scaffolding is subheading 7308.40. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7308 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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