Sulphur imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Lebanon imported sulphur worth $10.1 million (86.8 thousand tonnes). Value rose 24% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 20% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $21.9 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 | $10.1M | 86.8K t |
| 2023 | $8.2M | 40.8K t |
| 2022 | $21.9M | 66.8K t |
| 2021 | $21.3M | 115.4K t |
| 2020 | $5.9M | 128.5K t |
| 2019 | $8.6M | 102.5K t |
| 2018 | $12.1M | 108.3K t |
| 2017 | $2.8M | 48.8K t |
Where Lebanon imports sulphur from
The largest suppliers were Saudi Arabia (31%), Turkey (22%), Greece (21%). Among the main suppliers, Greece grew fastest (+267% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $3.1M | 31% |
| Turkey | $2.3M | 22% |
| Greece | $2.1M | 21% |
| Italy | $1.7M | 17% |
| Romania | $911K | 9% |
| Spain | $71K | 0.7% |
| France | $2K | 0% |
| China | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.12 per kg, close to the world average of $0.11.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Sulphur exports from Lebanon
Lebanon exported $1.1 million of sulphur in 2024 (8.8 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Spain accounted for 100% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $1.1M | 100% |
| Angola | $4K | 0.4% |
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 2503: Sulphur of all kinds; other than sublimed, precipitated and colloidal sulphur.
Common questions
What is the value of sulphur imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported sulphur worth $10.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 86.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 38th of 163 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 24% on 2023.
Which countries supply sulphur to Lebanon?
Saudi Arabia was the largest supplier with 31% of the value ($3.1 million), followed by Turkey (22%) and Greece (21%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. Greece grew fastest among the top ten, up 267% on the year.
What is the average import price of sulphur per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.12 per kg in 2024, 9% above the world average of $0.11 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 sulphur to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.8 million in 2017 to $10.1 million in 2024, an increase of 260%. The peak was 2022 at $21.9 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Lebanon also export sulphur?
Yes. Lebanon exported $1.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Spain and Angola. On balance Lebanon is a net importer of this product, by about $9.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for sulphur?
The HS code for sulphur is heading 2503. In Lebanon all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 2503.00. It sits in HS chapter 25 (salt; sulphur; earths, stone; plastering materials, lime and cement). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2503 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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