Catalyst imports in Libya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Libya imported catalyst worth $5.4 million (297 tonnes). That is 367% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 43% 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 | $5.4M | 297 t |
| 2023 | $1.2M | 166 t |
| 2022 | $553K | 40 t |
| 2021 | $532K | 38 t |
| 2020 | $4.9M | 277 t |
| 2019 | $1.2M | 112 t |
| 2018 | $1.2M | 62 t |
| 2017 | $448K | 15 t |
Where Libya imports catalyst from
One supplier dominates: United Kingdom accounted for 51% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Denmark grew fastest (+156% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $2.7M | 51% |
| Denmark | $1.8M | 33% |
| Germany | $410K | 7.6% |
| China | $236K | 4.4% |
| United States | $167K | 3.1% |
| Turkey | $63K | 1.2% |
| South Korea | $9K | 0.2% |
| Netherlands | $4K | 0.1% |
| Pakistan | $2K | 0% |
| Tunisia | $1K | 0% |
Product types under HS 3815
| 3815.11 | Nickel catalysts | 58% |
| 3815.90 | Unsupported catalysts | 39% |
| 3815.12 | Precious metal catalysts | 3.1% |
| 3815.19 | Supported catalysts (other metals) | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3815.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $18.09 per kg, close to the world average of $15.63.
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 catalyst imports (HS 3815): 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 3815: Reaction initiators, reaction accelerators and catalytic preparations n.e.c. or included.
Common questions
What is the value of catalyst imported by Libya?
Libya imported catalyst worth $5.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 297 tonnes. That ranks it 82nd of 207 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 367% on 2023.
Which countries supply catalyst to Libya?
The United Kingdom was the largest supplier with 51% of the value ($2.7 million), followed by Denmark (33%) and Germany (8%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 12 supplier countries in total. Denmark grew fastest among the top ten, up 156% on the year.
What is the average import price of catalyst per kg?
The average declared import value was about $18.09 per kg in 2024, 16% above the world average of $15.63 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of catalyst to Libya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $448 thousand in 2017 to $5.4 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for catalyst?
The HS code for catalyst is heading 3815. In Libya the largest six-digit codes were 3815.11 (58% of the value) and 3815.90 (39%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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