Cotton knit sweater imports in Libya: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of cotton knit sweater by Libya reached $29.6 million in 2024 (2.9 thousand tonnes). That is 23% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2020, at $83.6 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 | $29.6M | 2.9K t |
| 2023 | $38.3M | 3.1K t |
| 2022 | $38.5M | 3.3K t |
| 2021 | $48.1M | 3.5K t |
| 2020 | $83.6M | 4.6K t |
| 2019 | $67.7M | 6.3K t |
| 2018 | $15.9M | 1.7K t |
| 2017 | $10.6M | 1,000 t |
Where Libya imports cotton knit sweater from
Most of the value came from China (50%), Turkey (47%), Italy (1%). Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+61% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $14.8M | 50% |
| Turkey | $14.0M | 47% |
| Italy | $369K | 1.2% |
| Cambodia | $135K | 0.5% |
| Germany | $108K | 0.4% |
| Spain | $98K | 0.3% |
| Belgium | $55K | 0.2% |
| Poland | $51K | 0.2% |
| Portugal | $15K | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | $12K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.39 per kg, 58% below the world average of $24.81, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
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 cotton knit sweater imports (HS 6110.20): 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 6110.20: Jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles: of cotton, knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of cotton knit sweater imported by Libya?
Libya imported cotton knit sweater worth $29.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 64th of 215 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 23% on 2023.
Which countries supply cotton knit sweater to Libya?
China was the largest supplier with 50% of the value ($14.8 million), followed by Turkey (47%) and Italy (1%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 61% on the year.
What is the average import price of cotton knit sweater per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.39 per kg in 2024, 58% below the world average of $24.81 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of cotton knit sweater to Libya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.6 million in 2017 to $29.6 million in 2024, an increase of 179%. The peak was 2020 at $83.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $41.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for cotton knit sweater?
The HS code for cotton knit sweater is subheading 6110.20. It sits in HS chapter 61 (apparel and clothing accessories; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6110 page.
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