Swimwear and activewear imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Lebanon imported swimwear and activewear worth $17.6 million (233 tonnes). Value fell 8% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $37.4 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 | $17.6M | 233 t |
| 2023 | $19.1M | 396 t |
| 2022 | $16.3M | 485 t |
| 2021 | $8.0M | 222 t |
| 2020 | $10.8M | 274 t |
| 2019 | $28.8M | 619 t |
| 2018 | $37.4M | 744 t |
| 2017 | $36.1M | 690 t |
Where Lebanon imports swimwear and activewear from
The largest suppliers were France (21%), Italy (21%), China (18%). Among the main suppliers, Vietnam grew fastest (+167% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $3.7M | 21% |
| Italy | $3.6M | 21% |
| China | $3.1M | 18% |
| Turkey | $1.0M | 5.8% |
| Romania | $650K | 3.7% |
| Vietnam | $635K | 3.6% |
| Tunisia | $635K | 3.6% |
| Egypt | $378K | 2.2% |
| Syria | $378K | 2.2% |
| Cambodia | $361K | 2.1% |
Product types under HS 6211
| 6211.49 | Track suits and other garments n.e.c.: women's or girls', of textile materials n.e.c. in item no. 6211.4 (not knitted or crocheted) | 48% |
| 6211.39 | Track suits and other garments n.e.c.: men's or boys', of textile materials n.e.c. in item no. 6211.3 (not knitted or crocheted) | 20% |
| 6211.43 | Track suits and other garments n.e.c.: women's or girls', of man-made fibres (not knitted or crocheted) | 15% |
| 6211.11 | Swimwear: men's or boys', (not knitted or crocheted) | 5% |
| 6211.42 | Track suits and other garments n.e.c.: women's or girls', of cotton (not knitted or crocheted) | 3.7% |
| 6211.33 | Track suits and other garments n.e.c.: men's or boys', of man-made fibres (not knitted or crocheted) | 3.4% |
| 6211.12 | Swimwear: women's or girls', (not knitted or crocheted) | 2.8% |
| 6211.32 | Track suits and other garments n.e.c.: men's or boys', of cotton (not knitted or crocheted) | 1.3% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6211.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $75.50 per kg, 180% above the world average of $26.92. 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.
Swimwear and activewear exports from Lebanon
Lebanon exported $3.2 million of swimwear and activewear in 2024 (34 tonnes). Most of it went to France (30%), United Arab Emirates (10%), Jordan (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 50%. Among the main buyer markets, United Kingdom grew fastest (+145% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $948K | 30% |
| United Arab Emirates | $327K | 10% |
| Jordan | $304K | 9.5% |
| South Korea | $248K | 7.8% |
| United States | $189K | 5.9% |
| Egypt | $169K | 5.3% |
| United Kingdom | $133K | 4.2% |
| Italy | $110K | 3.5% |
| Iraq | $102K | 3.2% |
| Qatar | $81K | 2.5% |
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 6211: Track suits, swimwear and other garments (not knitted or crocheted).
Common questions
What is the value of swimwear and activewear imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported swimwear and activewear worth $17.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 233 tonnes. That ranks it 64th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply swimwear and activewear to Lebanon?
France was the largest supplier with 21% of the value ($3.7 million), followed by Italy (21%) and China (18%). The top three together account for 59%, out of 76 supplier countries in total. Vietnam grew fastest among the top ten, up 167% on the year.
What is the average import price of swimwear and activewear per kg?
The average declared import value was about $75.50 per kg in 2024, 180% above the world average of $26.92 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 swimwear and activewear to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $36.1 million in 2017 to $17.6 million in 2024, a fall of 51%. The peak was 2018 at $37.4 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Lebanon also export swimwear and activewear?
Yes. Lebanon exported $3.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, the United Arab Emirates and Jordan. On balance Lebanon is a net importer of this product, by about $14.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for swimwear and activewear?
The HS code for swimwear and activewear is heading 6211. In Lebanon the largest six-digit codes were 6211.49 (48% of the value) and 6211.39 (20%). It sits in HS chapter 62 (apparel and clothing accessories; not knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6211 page.
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