Aluminium steel-cored cables imports in Libya: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of aluminium steel-cored cables by Libya reached $6.7 million in 2024 (1.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 332% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 105% 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 | $6.7M | 1.0K t |
| 2023 | $1.6M | 518 t |
| 2022 | $2.2M | 596 t |
| 2021 | $10K | 3 t |
| 2020 | $683K | 247 t |
| 2019 | $254K | 87 t |
| 2018 | $22K | 12 t |
| 2017 | $45K | 17 t |
Where Libya imports aluminium steel-cored cables from
Saudi Arabia alone supplied 74% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $5.0M | 74% |
| Italy | $789K | 12% |
| Turkey | $675K | 10% |
| United Kingdom | $151K | 2.3% |
| China | $65K | 1% |
| Egypt | $61K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.61 per kg, 88% above the world average of $3.51. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Libya?
The shipment records behind Libya aluminium steel-cored cables imports (HS 7614.10): 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 7614.10: Aluminium: stranded wire, cables, plaited bands and the like, (not electrically insulated), with steel core.
Common questions
What is the value of aluminium steel-cored cables imported by Libya?
Libya imported aluminium steel-cored cables worth $6.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 33rd of 175 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 332% on 2023.
Which countries supply aluminium steel-cored cables to Libya?
Saudi Arabia was the largest supplier with 74% of the value ($5.0 million), followed by Italy (12%) and Turkey (10%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 6 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of aluminium steel-cored cables per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.61 per kg in 2024, 88% above the world average of $3.51 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of aluminium steel-cored cables to Libya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $44 thousand in 2017 to $6.7 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for aluminium steel-cored cables?
The HS code for aluminium steel-cored cables is subheading 7614.10. It sits in HS chapter 76 (aluminium and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7614 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for Libya. Tell us your product to see it live.
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