Worn body appliances imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of worn body appliances by Lebanon reached $10.5 million in 2024 (10 tonnes). Value rose 21% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $18.3 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 | $10.5M | 11 t |
| 2023 | $8.7M | 9 t |
| 2022 | $7.7M | 19 t |
| 2021 | $6.5M | 30 t |
| 2020 | $6.8M | 15 t |
| 2019 | $11.6M | 25 t |
| 2018 | $17.6M | 23 t |
| 2017 | $18.3M | 25 t |
Where Lebanon imports worn body appliances from
Most of the value came from Ireland (21%), United States (21%), Belgium (13%). Among the main suppliers, Austria grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $2.2M | 21% |
| United States | $2.2M | 21% |
| Belgium | $1.3M | 13% |
| Austria | $1.3M | 12% |
| France | $467K | 4.5% |
| Costa Rica | $425K | 4.1% |
| China | $424K | 4% |
| Germany | $393K | 3.8% |
| Italy | $225K | 2.2% |
| Mexico | $221K | 2.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $999.31 per kg, 71% above the world average of $585.08. 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.
Worn body appliances exports from Lebanon
In 2024, Lebanon exported worn body appliances worth $2.2 million (2 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United Arab Emirates accounted for 81% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $1.8M | 81% |
| Kuwait | $407K | 18% |
| Germany | $3K | 0.2% |
| Netherlands | $3K | 0.1% |
| France | $1K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
The shipment records behind Lebanon worn body appliances imports (HS 9021.90): 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 9021.90: Appliances: worn, carried or implanted in the body, to compensate for a defect or disability.
Common questions
What is the value of worn body appliances imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported worn body appliances worth $10.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 10 tonnes. That ranks it 74th of 215 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 21% on 2023.
Which countries supply worn body appliances to Lebanon?
Ireland was the largest supplier with 21% of the value ($2.2 million), followed by the United States (21%) and Belgium (13%). The top three together account for 55%, out of 35 supplier countries in total. Costa Rica grew fastest among the top ten, up 654% on the year.
What is the average import price of worn body appliances per kg?
The average declared import value was about $999.31 per kg in 2024, 71% above the world average of $585.08 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of worn body appliances to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $18.3 million in 2017 to $10.5 million in 2024, a fall of 43%. The peak was 2017 at $18.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $11.0 million a year.
Does Lebanon also export worn body appliances?
Yes. Lebanon exported $2.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait and Germany. On balance Lebanon is a net importer of this product, by about $8.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for worn body appliances?
The HS code for worn body appliances is subheading 9021.90. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9021 page.
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