Ceramic ornaments imports in Libya: data, top suppliers and prices
Libya imported $2.7 million of ceramic ornaments in 2024 (439 tonnes). That is 14% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $4.4 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 | $2.7M | 439 t |
| 2023 | $3.2M | 570 t |
| 2022 | $2.0M | 905 t |
| 2021 | $2.0M | 293 t |
| 2020 | $2.6M | 431 t |
| 2019 | $4.4M | 818 t |
| 2018 | $1.8M | 341 t |
| 2017 | $1.2M | 234 t |
Where Libya imports ceramic ornaments from
China alone supplied 91% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.5M | 91% |
| Turkey | $113K | 4.2% |
| Italy | $99K | 3.7% |
| Portugal | $14K | 0.5% |
| Spain | $9K | 0.3% |
| Belgium | $6K | 0.2% |
| Germany | $4K | 0.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $2K | 0.1% |
| Tunisia | $0K | 0% |
| Indonesia | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 6913
| 6913.10 | Porcelain ornamental figurines | 83% |
| 6913.90 | Ceramic ornamental figurines (non-porcelain) | 17% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6913.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.19 per kg, 67% above the world average of $3.71. 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 ceramic ornaments imports (HS 6913): 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 6913: Statuettes and other ornamental ceramic articles.
Common questions
What is the value of ceramic ornaments imported by Libya?
Libya imported ceramic ornaments worth $2.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 439 tonnes. That ranks it 63rd of 215 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply ceramic ornaments to Libya?
China was the largest supplier with 91% of the value ($2.5 million), followed by Turkey (4%) and Italy (4%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 178% on the year.
What is the average import price of ceramic ornaments per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.19 per kg in 2024, 67% above the world average of $3.71 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of ceramic ornaments to Libya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.2 million in 2017 to $2.7 million in 2024, an increase of 136%. The peak was 2019 at $4.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for ceramic ornaments?
The HS code for ceramic ornaments is heading 6913. In Libya the largest six-digit codes were 6913.10 (83% of the value) and 6913.90 (17%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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