Styrene polymers (other) imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Lebanon imported styrene polymers (other) worth $2.4 million (1.2 thousand tonnes). Value fell 4% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $4.9 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 | $2.4M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $2.5M | 1.2K t |
| 2022 | $4.3M | 1.9K t |
| 2021 | $3.3M | 1.7K t |
| 2020 | $2.8M | 2.6K t |
| 2019 | $4.9M | 3.4K t |
| 2018 | $1.4M | 984 t |
| 2017 | $1.3M | 1.1K t |
Where Lebanon imports styrene polymers (other) from
The largest suppliers were Turkey (44%), Egypt (10%), Saudi Arabia (10%). Among the main suppliers, Egypt grew fastest (+228% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $1.1M | 44% |
| Egypt | $242K | 10% |
| Saudi Arabia | $233K | 9.7% |
| Belgium | $203K | 8.4% |
| South Korea | $182K | 7.6% |
| Germany | $171K | 7.1% |
| Taiwan | $116K | 4.8% |
| United States | $79K | 3.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $39K | 1.6% |
| China | $25K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.96 per kg, close to the world average of $2.02.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Styrene polymers (other) exports from Lebanon
Lebanon exported $215 thousand of styrene polymers (other) in 2024 (102 tonnes). Most of it went to Ghana (27%), Benin (19%), Tanzania (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Senegal grew fastest (+338% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ghana | $58K | 27% |
| Benin | $42K | 19% |
| Tanzania | $24K | 11% |
| Senegal | $16K | 7.4% |
| Central African Republic | $13K | 6.3% |
| Guinea | $12K | 5.7% |
| Republic of the Congo | $10K | 4.7% |
| Cameroon | $9K | 4% |
| Venezuela | $7K | 3.3% |
| Algeria | $6K | 2.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
The shipment records behind Lebanon styrene polymers (other) imports (HS 3903.90): 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 3903.90: Styrene polymers: in primary forms, n.e.c. in heading no. 3903.
Common questions
What is the value of styrene polymers (other) imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported styrene polymers (other) worth $2.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 81st of 189 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply styrene polymers (other) to Lebanon?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($1.1 million), followed by Egypt (10%) and Saudi Arabia (10%). The top three together account for 63%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. Egypt grew fastest among the top ten, up 228% on the year.
What is the average import price of styrene polymers (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.96 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $2.02 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of styrene polymers (other) to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.3 million in 2017 to $2.4 million in 2024, an increase of 79%. The peak was 2019 at $4.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.9 million a year.
Does Lebanon also export styrene polymers (other)?
Yes. Lebanon exported $215 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ghana, Benin and Tanzania. On balance Lebanon is a net importer of this product, by about $2.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for styrene polymers (other)?
The HS code for styrene polymers (other) is subheading 3903.90. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3903 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For Lebanon, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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