Synthetic filament yarn imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Lebanon imported synthetic filament yarn worth $2.5 million (596 tonnes). That is 14% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $5.4 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 | $2.5M | 596 t |
| 2023 | $2.9M | 515 t |
| 2022 | $2.9M | 1.1K t |
| 2021 | $5.4M | 3.0K t |
| 2020 | $3.0M | 1.6K t |
| 2019 | $4.4M | 1.9K t |
| 2018 | $4.8M | 2.4K t |
| 2017 | $3.9M | 2.1K t |
Where Lebanon imports synthetic filament yarn from
Most of the value came from Turkey (34%), China (33%), Italy (23%). Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+57% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $852K | 34% |
| China | $826K | 33% |
| Italy | $577K | 23% |
| United Kingdom | $126K | 5% |
| Egypt | $33K | 1.3% |
| United States | $31K | 1.2% |
| India | $23K | 0.9% |
| Canada | $16K | 0.6% |
| Taiwan | $13K | 0.5% |
| Iran | $13K | 0.5% |
Product types under HS 5402
| 5402.44 | Yarn, synthetic: filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), other than high tenacity or textured yarn, elastomeric, single, untwisted or twisted… | 25% |
| 5402.45 | Yarn, synthetic: filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), of nylon or other polymides (not high tenacity or textured), single, untwisted or… | 18% |
| 5402.49 | Yarn, synthetic: filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), other than high tenacity or textured yarn, single, untwisted or twisted 50 turns or… | 16% |
| 5402.33 | Yarn, synthetic: filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), textured, of polyesters, not for retail sale, not sewing thread | 9.4% |
| 5402.39 | Yarn, synthetic: filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), textured, other than of nylon or other polymides, polyesters, or polypropylene, not… | 6.5% |
| 5402.46 | Yarn, synthetic: filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), of polyesters (not high tenacity or textured), partially oriented, single, untwisted… | 5.9% |
| 5402.34 | Yarn, synthetic: filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), textured, of polypropylene, not for retail sale, not sewing thread | 3.7% |
| 5402.51 | Yarn, synthetic: filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), of nylon or other polymides (not high tenacity or textured), single, twisted more… | 2.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 5402.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.25 per kg, 69% above the world average of $2.52. 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.
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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 5402: Synthetic filament yarn (other than sewing thread), not put up for retail sale, including synthetic monofilament of less than 67 decitex.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic filament yarn imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported synthetic filament yarn worth $2.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 596 tonnes. That ranks it 113th of 204 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic filament yarn to Lebanon?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($852 thousand), followed by China (33%) and Italy (23%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 57% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic filament yarn per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.25 per kg in 2024, 69% above the world average of $2.52 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 synthetic filament yarn to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.9 million in 2017 to $2.5 million in 2024, a fall of 35%. The peak was 2021 at $5.4 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
What is the HS code for synthetic filament yarn?
The HS code for synthetic filament yarn is heading 5402. In Lebanon the largest six-digit codes were 5402.44 (25% of the value) and 5402.45 (18%). It sits in HS chapter 54 (man-made filaments; strip and the like of man-made textile materials). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5402 page.
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