Boring and sinking machinery (stationary) imports in Libya: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of boring and sinking machinery (stationary) by Libya reached $98.6 million in 2024 (14.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 182 countries. That is 492% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 31% 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 | $98.6M | 14.6K t |
| 2023 | $16.7M | 2.9K t |
| 2022 | $7.2M | 884 t |
| 2021 | $1000K | 279 t |
| 2020 | $1.1M | 148 t |
| 2019 | $1.6M | 73 t |
| 2018 | $312K | 76 t |
| 2017 | $14.9M | 3.1K t |
Where Libya imports boring and sinking machinery (stationary) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 90% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+556% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $88.5M | 90% |
| Tunisia | $7.6M | 7.7% |
| Turkey | $2.2M | 2.2% |
| United States | $240K | 0.2% |
| Egypt | $77K | 0.1% |
| Italy | $48K | 0.1% |
| Norway | $29K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.78 per kg, 1011% above the world average of $0.61. 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.
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The shipment records behind Libya boring and sinking machinery (stationary) imports (HS 8430.49): 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 8430.49: Boring and sinking machinery: not self-propelled.
Common questions
What is the value of boring and sinking machinery (stationary) imported by Libya?
Libya imported boring and sinking machinery (stationary) worth $98.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 14.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 182 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 492% on 2023.
Which countries supply boring and sinking machinery (stationary) to Libya?
China was the largest supplier with 90% of the value ($88.5 million), followed by Tunisia (8%) and Turkey (2%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 7 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 556% on the year.
What is the average import price of boring and sinking machinery (stationary) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.78 per kg in 2024, 1011% above the world average of $0.61 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of boring and sinking machinery (stationary) to Libya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $14.9 million in 2017 to $98.6 million in 2024, an increase of 563%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $17.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for boring and sinking machinery (stationary)?
The HS code for boring and sinking machinery (stationary) is subheading 8430.49. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8430 page.
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