Welded square steel tube imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Lebanon imported welded square steel tube worth $3.5 million (3.0 thousand tonnes). Value fell 47% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 7% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $7.7 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 | $3.5M | 3.0K t |
| 2023 | $6.6M | 6.1K t |
| 2022 | $7.7M | 8.0K t |
| 2021 | $4.9M | 5.6K t |
| 2020 | $2.9M | 4.9K t |
| 2019 | $4.9M | 4.7K t |
| 2018 | $4.0M | 4.6K t |
| 2017 | $5.8M | 7.5K t |
Where Lebanon imports welded square steel tube from
Turkey alone supplied 51% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $1.8M | 51% |
| China | $1.5M | 43% |
| Vietnam | $78K | 2.2% |
| Taiwan | $64K | 1.8% |
| India | $56K | 1.6% |
| Iran | $28K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.18 per kg, 20% above the world average of $0.98. 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.
Welded square steel tube exports from Lebanon
Exports of welded square steel tube by Lebanon reached $945 thousand in 2024 (988 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Cyprus accounted for 84% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Cyprus grew fastest (+119% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Cyprus | $797K | 84% |
| Benin | $53K | 5.6% |
| Djibouti | $43K | 4.5% |
| Greece | $36K | 3.8% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $17K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
The shipment records behind Lebanon welded square steel tube imports (HS 7306.61): 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 7306.61: Iron or steel (excluding cast iron): tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (not seamless), welded, of square or rectangular cross-section, n.e.c. in chapter 73.
Common questions
What is the value of welded square steel tube imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported welded square steel tube worth $3.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 122nd of 214 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 47% on 2023.
Which countries supply welded square steel tube to Lebanon?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 51% of the value ($1.8 million), followed by China (43%) and Vietnam (2%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 6 supplier countries in total. Taiwan grew fastest among the top ten, up 12% on the year.
What is the average import price of welded square steel tube per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.18 per kg in 2024, 20% above the world average of $0.98 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of welded square steel tube to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.8 million in 2017 to $3.5 million in 2024, a fall of 39%. The peak was 2022 at $7.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.0 million a year.
Does Lebanon also export welded square steel tube?
Yes. Lebanon exported $945 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Cyprus, Benin and Djibouti. On balance Lebanon is a net importer of this product, by about $2.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for welded square steel tube?
The HS code for welded square steel tube is subheading 7306.61. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7306 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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