Ceramic dinnerware imports in Libya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Libya imported ceramic dinnerware worth $2.3 million (838 tonnes). Value rose 26% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $3.0 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 | $2.3M | 838 t |
| 2023 | $1.8M | 1.5K t |
| 2022 | $3.0M | 3.0K t |
| 2021 | $2.5M | 1.3K t |
| 2020 | $758K | 380 t |
| 2019 | $1.1M | 475 t |
| 2018 | $444K | 211 t |
| 2017 | $958K | 375 t |
Where Libya imports ceramic dinnerware from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 60% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+234% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.4M | 60% |
| Turkey | $355K | 16% |
| Belgium | $197K | 8.6% |
| France | $96K | 4.2% |
| Tunisia | $78K | 3.4% |
| Thailand | $77K | 3.4% |
| Portugal | $63K | 2.7% |
| Italy | $16K | 0.7% |
| United Kingdom | $8K | 0.3% |
| Spain | $6K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.73 per kg, close to the world average of $3.26.
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 ceramic dinnerware imports (HS 6912): 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 6912: Ceramic tableware, kitchenware, other household articles and toilet articles; other than of porcelain or china.
Common questions
What is the value of ceramic dinnerware imported by Libya?
Libya imported ceramic dinnerware worth $2.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 838 tonnes. That ranks it 94th of 220 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 26% on 2023.
Which countries supply ceramic dinnerware to Libya?
China was the largest supplier with 60% of the value ($1.4 million), followed by Turkey (16%) and Belgium (9%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 234% on the year.
What is the average import price of ceramic dinnerware per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.73 per kg in 2024, 16% below the world average of $3.26 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of ceramic dinnerware to Libya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $958 thousand in 2017 to $2.3 million in 2024, an increase of 139%. The peak was 2022 at $3.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for ceramic dinnerware?
The HS code for ceramic dinnerware is heading 6912. In Libya all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 6912.00. It sits in HS chapter 69 (ceramic products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6912 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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