Acrylic solvent paint imports in Libya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Libya imported acrylic solvent paint worth $8.8 million (1.4 thousand tonnes). That is 44% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 45% a year on average.
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 | $8.8M | 1.4K t |
| 2023 | $6.1M | 1.3K t |
| 2022 | $5.3M | 1.2K t |
| 2021 | $2.6M | 651 t |
| 2020 | $1.3M | 358 t |
| 2019 | $4.3M | 1.6K t |
| 2018 | $922K | 281 t |
| 2017 | $653K | 75 t |
Where Libya imports acrylic solvent paint from
One supplier dominates: Egypt accounted for 56% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+137% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $5.0M | 56% |
| Netherlands | $1.1M | 13% |
| Tunisia | $988K | 11% |
| Turkey | $452K | 5.1% |
| Belgium | $432K | 4.9% |
| South Korea | $339K | 3.8% |
| Italy | $312K | 3.5% |
| United Kingdom | $39K | 0.4% |
| China | $27K | 0.3% |
| Lebanon | $26K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.31 per kg, close to the world average of $6.18.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Libya?
The shipment records behind Libya acrylic solvent paint imports (HS 3208.20): 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 3208.20: Paints and varnishes: based on acrylic or vinyl polymers, dispersed or dissolved in a non-aqueous medium.
Common questions
What is the value of acrylic solvent paint imported by Libya?
Libya imported acrylic solvent paint worth $8.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 72nd of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 44% on 2023.
Which countries supply acrylic solvent paint to Libya?
Egypt was the largest supplier with 56% of the value ($5.0 million), followed by the Netherlands (13%) and Tunisia (11%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 157% on the year.
What is the average import price of acrylic solvent paint per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.31 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $6.18 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of acrylic solvent paint to Libya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $653 thousand in 2017 to $8.8 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for acrylic solvent paint?
The HS code for acrylic solvent paint is subheading 3208.20. 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 3208 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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