X-ray apparatus imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Lebanon imported x-ray apparatus worth $22.4 million (178 tonnes). Value rose 59% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $31.4 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 | $22.4M | 178 t |
| 2023 | $14.1M | 110 t |
| 2022 | $10.7M | 114 t |
| 2021 | $12.6M | 109 t |
| 2020 | $16.7M | 168 t |
| 2019 | $31.4M | 323 t |
| 2018 | $24.8M | 189 t |
| 2017 | $26.8M | 261 t |
Where Lebanon imports x-ray apparatus from
Most of the value came from United States (23%), China (18%), France (15%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+416% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $5.1M | 23% |
| China | $3.9M | 18% |
| France | $3.4M | 15% |
| Germany | $2.7M | 12% |
| Netherlands | $1.7M | 7.6% |
| Japan | $1.7M | 7.6% |
| South Korea | $1.2M | 5.3% |
| Italy | $1.0M | 4.5% |
| United Kingdom | $385K | 1.7% |
| India | $368K | 1.6% |
Product types under HS 9022
| 9022.12 | Apparatus based on the use of x-rays: including radiography or radiotherapy apparatus, whether or not for medical, surgical, dental or veterinary… | 39% |
| 9022.14 | Apparatus based on the use of x-rays: including radiography or radiotherapy apparatus, for medical, surgical or veterinary uses, not dental uses… | 32% |
| 9022.30 | X-ray tubes | 13% |
| 9022.90 | Apparatus based on use of x-rays and similar: parts and accessories (x-ray generators, tubes, high tension generators, control panels and desks… | 8.9% |
| 9022.13 | Apparatus based on the use of x-rays: including radiography or radiotherapy apparatus, for dental uses, excluding computed tomography apparatus | 3.9% |
| 9022.19 | Apparatus based on the use of x-rays, including radiography or radiotherapy apparatus: for other than medical, surgical, dental or veterinary uses | 2.8% |
| 9022.29 | Apparatus based on the use of alpha, beta or gamma radiations, including radiography or radiotherapy apparatus: (for other than medical, surgical… | 0.3% |
| 9022.21 | Apparatus based on the use of alpha, beta or gamma radiations, including radiography or radiotherapy apparatus: for medical, surgical, dental or… | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 9022.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $125.84 per kg, close to the world average of $113.83.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
X-ray apparatus exports from Lebanon
Lebanon exported $850 thousand of x-ray apparatus in 2024 (11 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Syria (21%), United Arab Emirates (21%), Bahrain (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Syria grew fastest (+468% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Syria | $180K | 21% |
| United Arab Emirates | $177K | 21% |
| Bahrain | $123K | 15% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $101K | 12% |
| Belgium | $89K | 10% |
| Turkey | $68K | 8% |
| Germany | $38K | 4.5% |
| Netherlands | $35K | 4.1% |
| Canada | $10K | 1.2% |
| Japan | $10K | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
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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 9022: Apparatus based on the use of x-rays or of alpha, beta, gamma or other ionising radiations, whether or not for medical, surgical, dental or veterinary uses, including radiography or radiotherapy apparatus, x-ray tubes and other x-ray generators, high tens.
Common questions
What is the value of x-ray apparatus imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported x-ray apparatus worth $22.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 178 tonnes. That ranks it 81st of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 59% on 2023.
Which countries supply x-ray apparatus to Lebanon?
The United States was the largest supplier with 23% of the value ($5.1 million), followed by China (18%) and France (15%). The top three together account for 56%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 416% on the year.
What is the average import price of x-ray apparatus per kg?
The average declared import value was about $125.84 per kg in 2024, 11% above the world average of $113.83 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 imports of x-ray apparatus to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $26.8 million in 2017 to $22.4 million in 2024, a fall of 16%. The peak was 2019 at $31.4 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Lebanon also export x-ray apparatus?
Yes. Lebanon exported $850 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Syria, the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain. On balance Lebanon is a net importer of this product, by about $21.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for x-ray apparatus?
The HS code for x-ray apparatus is heading 9022. In Lebanon the largest six-digit codes were 9022.12 (39% of the value) and 9022.14 (32%). 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 9022 page.
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