Casein imports in Libya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Libya imported casein worth $2.8 million (347 tonnes). Value fell 21% from 2023. Over 2018-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $3.5 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 | $2.8M | 347 t |
| 2023 | $3.5M | 305 t |
| 2022 | $729K | 53 t |
| 2021 | $1.3M | 126 t |
| 2020 | $768K | 88 t |
| 2019 | $256K | 38 t |
| 2018 | $979K | 209 t |
Where Libya imports casein from
One supplier dominates: Netherlands accounted for 80% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+124% on the year before).
Product types under HS 3501
| 3501.90 | Casein glue | 64% |
| 3501.10 | Casein | 36% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3501.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.01 per kg, close to the world average of $8.42.
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 casein imports (HS 3501): 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 3501: Casein, caseinates and other casein derivatives; casein glues.
Common questions
What is the value of casein imported by Libya?
Libya imported casein worth $2.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 347 tonnes. That ranks it 54th of 165 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 21% on 2023.
Which countries supply casein to Libya?
The Netherlands was the largest supplier with 80% of the value ($2.2 million), followed by Germany (11%) and France (9%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 5 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 124% on the year.
What is the average import price of casein per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.01 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $8.42 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of casein to Libya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $978 thousand in 2018 to $2.8 million in 2024, an increase of 184%. The peak was 2023 at $3.5 million. Over 7 years the average was $1.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for casein?
The HS code for casein is heading 3501. In Libya the largest six-digit codes were 3501.90 (64% of the value) and 3501.10 (36%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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