Cigarette paper (booklets and tubes) imports in Libya: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of cigarette paper (booklets and tubes) by Libya reached $2.5 million in 2024 (107 tonnes). That is 9% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 32% 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 | $2.5M | 107 t |
| 2023 | $2.7M | 138 t |
| 2022 | $963K | 41 t |
| 2021 | $468K | 33 t |
| 2020 | $790K | 22 t |
| 2019 | $2.1M | 125 t |
| 2018 | $711K | 33 t |
| 2017 | $358K | 14 t |
Where Libya imports cigarette paper (booklets and tubes) from
Most of the value came from Netherlands (47%), Lebanon (32%), Spain (11%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+87% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $1.2M | 47% |
| Lebanon | $796K | 32% |
| Spain | $266K | 11% |
| Indonesia | $209K | 8.5% |
| Benin | $31K | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $22.96 per kg, 24% above the world average of $18.57. 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 cigarette paper (booklets and tubes) imports (HS 4813.10): 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 4813.10: Paper, cigarette: in the form of booklets or tubes.
Common questions
What is the value of cigarette paper (booklets and tubes) imported by Libya?
Libya imported cigarette paper (booklets and tubes) worth $2.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 107 tonnes. That ranks it 51st of 187 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply cigarette paper (booklets and tubes) to Libya?
The Netherlands was the largest supplier with 47% of the value ($1.2 million), followed by Lebanon (32%) and Spain (11%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 5 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 87% on the year.
What is the average import price of cigarette paper (booklets and tubes) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $22.96 per kg in 2024, 24% above the world average of $18.57 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of cigarette paper (booklets and tubes) to Libya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $358 thousand in 2017 to $2.5 million in 2024, an increase of 585%. The peak was 2023 at $2.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for cigarette paper (booklets and tubes)?
The HS code for cigarette paper (booklets and tubes) is subheading 4813.10. It sits in HS chapter 48 (paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or paperboard). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4813 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for Libya. Tell us your product to see it live.
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