Dental prosthetics imports in Libya: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of dental prosthetics by Libya reached $2.8 million in 2024 (5 tonnes). That is 8% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 34% 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 | $2.8M | 5 t |
| 2023 | $3.0M | 10 t |
| 2022 | $1.5M | 5 t |
| 2021 | $1.5M | 2 t |
| 2020 | $818K | 7 t |
| 2019 | $1.2M | 10 t |
| 2018 | $1.4M | 4 t |
| 2017 | $358K | 1 t |
Where Libya imports dental prosthetics from
The largest suppliers were Italy (39%), South Korea (38%), Turkey (14%). Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+102% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $1.1M | 39% |
| South Korea | $1.1M | 38% |
| Turkey | $397K | 14% |
| Japan | $129K | 4.6% |
| Switzerland | $61K | 2.2% |
| Germany | $36K | 1.3% |
| Brazil | $8K | 0.3% |
| India | $7K | 0.2% |
| China | $6K | 0.2% |
| Slovenia | $6K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $528.30 per kg, close to the world average of $654.71.
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 dental prosthetics imports (HS 9021.29): 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 9021.29: Dental fittings: other than artificial teeth.
Common questions
What is the value of dental prosthetics imported by Libya?
Libya imported dental prosthetics worth $2.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5 tonnes. That ranks it 75th of 193 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply dental prosthetics to Libya?
Italy was the largest supplier with 39% of the value ($1.1 million), followed by South Korea (38%) and Turkey (14%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 102% on the year.
What is the average import price of dental prosthetics per kg?
The average declared import value was about $528.30 per kg in 2024, 19% below the world average of $654.71 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of dental prosthetics to Libya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $358 thousand in 2017 to $2.8 million in 2024, an increase of 682%. The peak was 2023 at $3.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for dental prosthetics?
The HS code for dental prosthetics is subheading 9021.29. 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 9021 page.
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