Compound optical microscopes imports in Libya: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of compound optical microscopes by Libya reached $3.0 million in 2024 (11 tonnes). Value rose 285% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 85% 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 | $3.0M | 11 t |
| 2023 | $778K | 5 t |
| 2022 | $2.1M | 9 t |
| 2021 | $2.2M | 5 t |
| 2020 | $518K | 5 t |
| 2019 | $778K | 5 t |
| 2018 | $51K | 0 t |
| 2017 | $40K | - |
Where Libya imports compound optical microscopes from
One supplier dominates: Germany accounted for 94% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $2.8M | 94% |
| China | $110K | 3.7% |
| Italy | $26K | 0.9% |
| India | $21K | 0.7% |
| Netherlands | $14K | 0.5% |
| Turkey | $12K | 0.4% |
| Singapore | $11K | 0.4% |
| United Kingdom | $2K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $269.84 per kg, 25% above the world average of $215.49. 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.
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The shipment records behind Libya compound optical microscopes imports (HS 9011.80): 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 9011.80: Microscopes, compound optical: (other than stereoscopic and microscopes for photomicrography, cinephotomicrography or microprojection).
Common questions
What is the value of compound optical microscopes imported by Libya?
Libya imported compound optical microscopes worth $3.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 11 tonnes. That ranks it 46th of 201 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 285% on 2023.
Which countries supply compound optical microscopes to Libya?
Germany was the largest supplier with 94% of the value ($2.8 million), followed by China (4%) and Italy (1%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 352% on the year.
What is the average import price of compound optical microscopes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $269.84 per kg in 2024, 25% above the world average of $215.49 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of compound optical microscopes to Libya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $40 thousand in 2017 to $3.0 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for compound optical microscopes?
The HS code for compound optical microscopes is subheading 9011.80. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9011 page.
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