Water-based paint exports from Lebanon: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Lebanon exported water-based paint worth $6.4 million (1.6 thousand tonnes). Value rose 5% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6.4M | 1.6K t |
| 2023 | $6.1M | 1.6K t |
| 2022 | $5.9M | 2.1K t |
| 2021 | $4.7M | 1.8K t |
| 2020 | $3.3M | 860 t |
| 2019 | $4.4M | 1.2K t |
| 2018 | $1.8M | 489 t |
| 2017 | $1.9M | 373 t |
Where Lebanon exports water-based paint to
The largest buyer markets were United Arab Emirates (21%), Equatorial Guinea (11%), Spain (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 41%. Among the main buyer markets, Equatorial Guinea grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $1.3M | 21% |
| Equatorial Guinea | $683K | 11% |
| Spain | $625K | 9.8% |
| Iraq | $461K | 7.2% |
| India | $337K | 5.3% |
| France | $332K | 5.2% |
| Italy | $299K | 4.7% |
| Jordan | $235K | 3.7% |
| Egypt | $220K | 3.5% |
| Republic of the Congo | $169K | 2.7% |
Product types under HS 3209
| 3209.90 | Paints and varnishes: (based on polymers other than acrylic or vinyl), dispersed or dissolved in an aqueous medium | 60% |
| 3209.10 | Paints and varnishes: based on acrylic or vinyl polymers, dispersed or dissolved in an aqueous medium | 40% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3209.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.97 per kg, 29% above the world average of $3.08. 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.
Water-based paint imports to Lebanon
In 2024, Lebanon imported water-based paint worth $3.5 million (803 tonnes). The largest suppliers were Jordan (17%), Italy (14%), France (13%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 44%. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+222% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Jordan | $579K | 17% |
| Italy | $490K | 14% |
| France | $441K | 13% |
| Germany | $379K | 11% |
| Greece | $374K | 11% |
| United Arab Emirates | $247K | 7.1% |
| Netherlands | $179K | 5.2% |
| Turkey | $161K | 4.6% |
| Belgium | $133K | 3.8% |
| China | $96K | 2.8% |
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 3209: Paints and varnishes (including enamels and lacquers) based on synthetic or chemically modified natural polymers, dispersed or dissolved in an aqueous medium.
Common questions
What is the value of water-based paint exported by Lebanon?
Lebanon exported water-based paint worth $6.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 61st of 175 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries buy water-based paint from Lebanon?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest buyer with 21% of the value ($1.3 million), followed by Equatorial Guinea (11%) and Spain (10%). The top three together account for 41%, out of 60 buyer countries in total. Iraq grew fastest among the top ten, up 273% on the year.
What is the average export price of water-based paint per kg?
The average declared export value was about $3.97 per kg in 2024, 29% above the world average of $3.08 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 exports of water-based paint from Lebanon changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1.9 million in 2017 to $6.4 million in 2024, an increase of 228%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Lebanon also import water-based paint?
Yes. Lebanon imported $3.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Jordan, Italy and France. On balance Lebanon is a net exporter of this product, by about $2.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for water-based paint?
The HS code for water-based paint is heading 3209. In Lebanon the largest six-digit codes were 3209.90 (60% of the value) and 3209.10 (40%). 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 3209 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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