Vehicle wheels imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Lebanon imported vehicle wheels worth $2.2 million (367 tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 14% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $6.5 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 | $2.2M | 367 t |
| 2023 | $2.2M | 393 t |
| 2022 | $2.5M | 668 t |
| 2021 | $2.0M | 813 t |
| 2020 | $905K | 373 t |
| 2019 | $4.2M | 1.0K t |
| 2018 | $6.5M | 1.9K t |
| 2017 | $6.0M | 2.0K t |
Where Lebanon imports vehicle wheels from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 75% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Japan grew fastest (+566% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.6M | 75% |
| Japan | $105K | 4.8% |
| Turkey | $102K | 4.7% |
| Germany | $73K | 3.4% |
| Netherlands | $38K | 1.8% |
| South Korea | $34K | 1.6% |
| Australia | $23K | 1.1% |
| Italy | $23K | 1.1% |
| United Kingdom | $14K | 0.7% |
| Austria | $13K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.90 per kg, close to the world average of $5.25.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Vehicle wheels exports from Lebanon
Exports of vehicle wheels by Lebanon reached $497 thousand in 2024 (128 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Japan accounted for 54% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Australia grew fastest (+66% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $271K | 55% |
| United States | $153K | 31% |
| Australia | $32K | 6.4% |
| Tanzania | $9K | 1.7% |
| Guinea | $7K | 1.4% |
| Turkey | $5K | 1.1% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $5K | 1% |
| Egypt | $4K | 0.8% |
| Canada | $3K | 0.7% |
| Germany | $2K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
The shipment records behind Lebanon vehicle wheels imports (HS 8708.70): 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 8708.70: Vehicle parts: road wheels and parts and accessories thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of vehicle wheels imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported vehicle wheels worth $2.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 367 tonnes. That ranks it 118th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply vehicle wheels to Lebanon?
China was the largest supplier with 75% of the value ($1.6 million), followed by Japan (5%) and Turkey (5%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 38 supplier countries in total. Austria grew fastest among the top ten, up 573% on the year.
What is the average import price of vehicle wheels per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.90 per kg in 2024, 12% above the world average of $5.25 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of vehicle wheels to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.0 million in 2017 to $2.2 million in 2024, a fall of 64%. The peak was 2018 at $6.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.3 million a year.
Does Lebanon also export vehicle wheels?
Yes. Lebanon exported $497 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Japan, the United States and Australia. On balance Lebanon is a net importer of this product, by about $1.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for vehicle wheels?
The HS code for vehicle wheels is subheading 8708.70. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8708 page.
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