Transmission and switching apparatus imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Lebanon imported transmission and switching apparatus worth $19.6 million (62 tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $81.4 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 | $19.6M | 62 t |
| 2023 | $19.4M | 93 t |
| 2022 | $31.4M | 313 t |
| 2021 | $19.9M | 280 t |
| 2020 | $24.3M | 273 t |
| 2019 | $46.1M | 158 t |
| 2018 | $81.4M | 566 t |
| 2017 | $41.3M | 283 t |
Where Lebanon imports transmission and switching apparatus from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 52% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Vietnam grew fastest (+216% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $10.2M | 52% |
| Taiwan | $1.8M | 9.4% |
| Ireland | $1.5M | 7.8% |
| Vietnam | $1.1M | 5.5% |
| United States | $936K | 4.8% |
| Mexico | $844K | 4.3% |
| Netherlands | $376K | 1.9% |
| Malaysia | $343K | 1.8% |
| Germany | $342K | 1.7% |
| Italy | $271K | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $318.50 per kg, 47% above the world average of $217.15. 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.
Transmission and switching apparatus exports from Lebanon
In 2024, Lebanon exported transmission and switching apparatus worth $3.8 million (39 tonnes). Most of it went to Netherlands (34%), United Arab Emirates (12%), India (9%). Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+318% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $1.3M | 34% |
| United Arab Emirates | $458K | 12% |
| India | $348K | 9.2% |
| Syria | $256K | 6.7% |
| Hungary | $224K | 5.9% |
| Canada | $188K | 5% |
| Bahrain | $133K | 3.5% |
| China | $112K | 3% |
| Tanzania | $112K | 3% |
| Mexico | $99K | 2.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
The shipment records behind Lebanon transmission and switching apparatus imports (HS 8517.62): 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 8517.62: Communication apparatus (excluding telephone sets or base stations): machines for the reception, conversion and transmission or regeneration of voice, images or other data, including switching and routing apparatus.
Common questions
What is the value of transmission and switching apparatus imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported transmission and switching apparatus worth $19.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 62 tonnes. That ranks it 137th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply transmission and switching apparatus to Lebanon?
China was the largest supplier with 52% of the value ($10.2 million), followed by Taiwan (9%) and Ireland (8%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 48 supplier countries in total. Vietnam grew fastest among the top ten, up 216% on the year.
What is the average import price of transmission and switching apparatus per kg?
The average declared import value was about $318.50 per kg in 2024, 47% above the world average of $217.15 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of transmission and switching apparatus to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $41.3 million in 2017 to $19.6 million in 2024, a fall of 53%. The peak was 2018 at $81.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $35.4 million a year.
Does Lebanon also export transmission and switching apparatus?
Yes. Lebanon exported $3.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, the United Arab Emirates and India. On balance Lebanon is a net importer of this product, by about $15.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for transmission and switching apparatus?
The HS code for transmission and switching apparatus is subheading 8517.62. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8517 page.
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