Synthetic pigments imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
Lebanon imported $2.7 million of synthetic pigments in 2024 (250 tonnes). That is 8% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $2.7M | 250 t |
| 2023 | $2.5M | 252 t |
| 2022 | $1.9M | 165 t |
| 2021 | $2.1M | 327 t |
| 2020 | $2.2M | 226 t |
| 2019 | $2.7M | 293 t |
| 2018 | $3.2M | 745 t |
| 2017 | $2.5M | 266 t |
Where Lebanon imports synthetic pigments from
The largest suppliers were China (32%), India (30%), Germany (11%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+98% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $860K | 32% |
| India | $798K | 30% |
| Germany | $296K | 11% |
| Hungary | $133K | 5% |
| United States | $114K | 4.3% |
| Turkey | $90K | 3.4% |
| Netherlands | $86K | 3.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $62K | 2.3% |
| Austria | $41K | 1.5% |
| United Kingdom | $40K | 1.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.66 per kg, 24% above the world average of $8.58. 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.
Synthetic pigments exports from Lebanon
In 2024, Lebanon exported synthetic pigments worth $585 thousand (71 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Italy (33%), United Arab Emirates (27%), Ghana (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Ghana grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $193K | 33% |
| United Arab Emirates | $158K | 27% |
| Ghana | $59K | 10% |
| Sierra Leone | $39K | 6.6% |
| Central African Republic | $25K | 4.3% |
| Iraq | $23K | 3.9% |
| Benin | $13K | 2.3% |
| Angola | $12K | 2.1% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $11K | 1.9% |
| Venezuela | $11K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
The shipment records behind Lebanon synthetic pigments imports (HS 3204.17): 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 3204.17: Dyes: pigments and preparations based thereon.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic pigments imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported synthetic pigments worth $2.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 250 tonnes. That ranks it 91st of 203 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic pigments to Lebanon?
China was the largest supplier with 32% of the value ($860 thousand), followed by India (30%) and Germany (11%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 98% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic pigments per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.66 per kg in 2024, 24% above the world average of $8.58 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of synthetic pigments to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.5 million in 2017 to $2.7 million in 2024, an increase of 8%. The peak was 2018 at $3.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.4 million a year.
Does Lebanon also export synthetic pigments?
Yes. Lebanon exported $585 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Italy, the United Arab Emirates and Ghana. On balance Lebanon is a net importer of this product, by about $2.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic pigments?
The HS code for synthetic pigments is subheading 3204.17. It sits in HS chapter 32 (tanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments and other colouring matter; paints, varnishes; putty, other mastics; inks). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3204 page.
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