T-shirt and vest imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Lebanon imported t-shirt and vest worth $26.7 million (831 tonnes). That is 8% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $41.4 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 | $26.7M | 831 t |
| 2023 | $24.7M | 866 t |
| 2022 | $20.2M | 555 t |
| 2021 | $13.3M | 654 t |
| 2020 | $11.9M | 530 t |
| 2019 | $38.4M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $41.4M | 1.9K t |
| 2017 | $39.9M | 1.6K t |
Where Lebanon imports t-shirt and vest from
Most of the value came from Bangladesh (30%), Turkey (18%), China (10%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+132% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Bangladesh | $7.9M | 30% |
| Turkey | $4.9M | 18% |
| China | $2.7M | 10% |
| Portugal | $1.4M | 5.3% |
| India | $1.2M | 4.5% |
| Vietnam | $1.1M | 4.1% |
| Morocco | $788K | 3% |
| Cambodia | $775K | 2.9% |
| Germany | $742K | 2.8% |
| Italy | $733K | 2.7% |
Product types under HS 6109
| 6109.10 | T-shirts, singlets and other vests: of cotton, knitted or crocheted | 86% |
| 6109.90 | T-shirts, singlets and other vests: of textile materials (other than cotton), knitted or crocheted | 14% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6109.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $32.14 per kg, 51% above the world average of $21.32. 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.
T-shirt and vest exports from Lebanon
Exports of t-shirt and vest by Lebanon reached $1.5 million in 2024 (71 tonnes). Most of it went to Egypt (26%), United Arab Emirates (16%), Kuwait (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Cote d'Ivoire grew fastest (+750% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $376K | 26% |
| United Arab Emirates | $239K | 16% |
| Kuwait | $144K | 9.9% |
| Jordan | $133K | 9.1% |
| Oman | $68K | 4.7% |
| Qatar | $68K | 4.7% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $56K | 3.9% |
| Germany | $54K | 3.7% |
| France | $35K | 2.4% |
| Sri Lanka | $35K | 2.4% |
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 6109: T-shirts, singlets and other vests; knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of t-shirt and vest imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported t-shirt and vest worth $26.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 831 tonnes. That ranks it 96th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply t-shirt and vest to Lebanon?
Bangladesh was the largest supplier with 30% of the value ($7.9 million), followed by Turkey (18%) and China (10%). The top three together account for 58%, out of 93 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 132% on the year.
What is the average import price of t-shirt and vest per kg?
The average declared import value was about $32.14 per kg in 2024, 51% above the world average of $21.32 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 t-shirt and vest to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $39.9 million in 2017 to $26.7 million in 2024, a fall of 33%. The peak was 2018 at $41.4 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Lebanon also export t-shirt and vest?
Yes. Lebanon exported $1.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Egypt, the United Arab Emirates and Kuwait. On balance Lebanon is a net importer of this product, by about $25.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for t-shirt and vest?
The HS code for t-shirt and vest is heading 6109. In Lebanon the largest six-digit codes were 6109.10 (86% of the value) and 6109.90 (14%). It sits in HS chapter 61 (apparel and clothing accessories; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6109 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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