Water-based polymer paint exports from Lebanon: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Lebanon exported water-based polymer paint worth $3.8 million (850 tonnes). Value rose 4% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% 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 | $3.8M | 850 t |
| 2023 | $3.7M | 725 t |
| 2022 | $3.7M | 1.2K t |
| 2021 | $3.3M | 991 t |
| 2020 | $2.4M | 563 t |
| 2019 | $3.2M | 754 t |
| 2018 | $1.5M | 359 t |
| 2017 | $1.8M | 286 t |
Where Lebanon exports water-based polymer paint to
The largest buyer markets were United Arab Emirates (22%), Spain (16%), Equatorial Guinea (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Equatorial Guinea grew fastest (+828% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $828K | 22% |
| Spain | $625K | 16% |
| Equatorial Guinea | $508K | 13% |
| France | $332K | 8.7% |
| Iraq | $279K | 7.3% |
| Jordan | $188K | 4.9% |
| Republic of the Congo | $121K | 3.2% |
| Guinea | $116K | 3% |
| United Kingdom | $112K | 2.9% |
| Italy | $110K | 2.9% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.50 per kg, close to the world average of $3.79.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Water-based polymer paint imports to Lebanon
Imports of water-based polymer paint by Lebanon reached $2.2 million in 2024 (426 tonnes). The largest suppliers were France (17%), Germany (15%), Jordan (14%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 47%. Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+640% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $375K | 17% |
| Germany | $342K | 16% |
| Jordan | $316K | 14% |
| Greece | $301K | 14% |
| Italy | $214K | 9.7% |
| Netherlands | $147K | 6.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $117K | 5.3% |
| China | $71K | 3.2% |
| United Kingdom | $67K | 3.1% |
| Spain | $67K | 3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
The shipment records behind Lebanon water-based polymer paint exports (HS 3209.90): 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 3209.90: Paints and varnishes: (based on polymers other than acrylic or vinyl), dispersed or dissolved in an aqueous medium.
Common questions
What is the value of water-based polymer paint exported by Lebanon?
Lebanon exported water-based polymer paint worth $3.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 850 tonnes. That ranks it 49th of 161 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 4% on 2023.
Which countries buy water-based polymer paint from Lebanon?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest buyer with 22% of the value ($828 thousand), followed by Spain (16%) and Equatorial Guinea (13%). The top three together account for 51%, out of 44 buyer countries in total. Equatorial Guinea grew fastest among the top ten, up 828% on the year.
What is the average export price of water-based polymer paint per kg?
The average declared export value was about $4.50 per kg in 2024, 19% above the world average of $3.79 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of water-based polymer paint from Lebanon changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1.8 million in 2017 to $3.8 million in 2024, an increase of 113%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.9 million a year.
Does Lebanon also import water-based polymer paint?
Yes. Lebanon imported $2.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from France, Germany and Jordan. On balance Lebanon is a net exporter of this product, by about $1.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for water-based polymer paint?
The HS code for water-based polymer paint is subheading 3209.90. 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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