Alarm system imports in Libya: data, top suppliers and prices
Libya imported $4.2 million of alarm system in 2024 (160 tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% 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 | $4.2M | 160 t |
| 2023 | $4.2M | 176 t |
| 2022 | $5.0M | 115 t |
| 2021 | $4.4M | 91 t |
| 2020 | $4.1M | 135 t |
| 2019 | $3.4M | 133 t |
| 2018 | $1.9M | 55 t |
| 2017 | $1.6M | 26 t |
Where Libya imports alarm system from
The largest suppliers were China (28%), United Kingdom (15%), Malta (12%). Among the main suppliers, Lebanon grew fastest (+880% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.2M | 28% |
| United Kingdom | $633K | 15% |
| Malta | $499K | 12% |
| Turkey | $460K | 11% |
| Germany | $426K | 10% |
| Italy | $261K | 6.2% |
| Morocco | $136K | 3.2% |
| Bulgaria | $108K | 2.6% |
| United States | $96K | 2.3% |
| Lebanon | $86K | 2.1% |
Product types under HS 8531
| 8531.10 | Burglar and fire alarms | 53% |
| 8531.20 | LED and LCD indicator panels | 19% |
| 8531.80 | Electric signalling apparatus (other) | 17% |
| 8531.90 | Signalling apparatus parts | 11% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8531.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $26.11 per kg, 64% below the world average of $72.84, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
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 alarm system imports (HS 8531): 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 8531: Signalling apparatus; electric sound or visual (e.g. bells, sirens, indicator panels, burglar or fire alarms), excluding those of heading no. 8512 or 8530.
Common questions
What is the value of alarm system imported by Libya?
Libya imported alarm system worth $4.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 160 tonnes. That ranks it 114th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 0% on 2023.
Which countries supply alarm system to Libya?
China was the largest supplier with 28% of the value ($1.2 million), followed by the United Kingdom (15%) and Malta (12%). The top three together account for 55%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. Lebanon grew fastest among the top ten, up 880% on the year.
What is the average import price of alarm system per kg?
The average declared import value was about $26.11 per kg in 2024, 64% below the world average of $72.84 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of alarm system to Libya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.6 million in 2017 to $4.2 million in 2024, an increase of 157%. The peak was 2022 at $5.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for alarm system?
The HS code for alarm system is heading 8531. In Libya the largest six-digit codes were 8531.10 (53% of the value) and 8531.20 (19%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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