Eyeglasses imports in Libya: data, top suppliers and prices
Libya imported $2.2 million of eyeglasses in 2024 (181 tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% 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 | $2.2M | 181 t |
| 2023 | $2.2M | 149 t |
| 2022 | $2.1M | 146 t |
| 2021 | $1.6M | 128 t |
| 2020 | $1.8M | 119 t |
| 2019 | $1.6M | 150 t |
| 2018 | $1.0M | 96 t |
| 2017 | $845K | 57 t |
Where Libya imports eyeglasses from
China alone supplied 68% of it. Among the main suppliers, Malta grew fastest (+87% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.5M | 68% |
| Italy | $181K | 8.3% |
| Malta | $179K | 8.3% |
| Turkey | $98K | 4.5% |
| Hong Kong | $54K | 2.5% |
| Germany | $47K | 2.2% |
| Tunisia | $40K | 1.8% |
| United Kingdom | $32K | 1.5% |
| France | $23K | 1% |
| United States | $21K | 1% |
Product types under HS 9004
| 9004.90 | Eyeglasses and goggles | 66% |
| 9004.10 | Sunglasses | 34% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 9004.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.98 per kg, 81% below the world average of $64.59, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Libya?
The shipment records behind Libya eyeglasses imports (HS 9004): 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 9004: Spectacles, goggles and the like; corrective, protective or other.
Common questions
What is the value of eyeglasses imported by Libya?
Libya imported eyeglasses worth $2.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 181 tonnes. That ranks it 122nd of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply eyeglasses to Libya?
China was the largest supplier with 68% of the value ($1.5 million), followed by Italy (8%) and Malta (8%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 338% on the year.
What is the average import price of eyeglasses per kg?
The average declared import value was about $11.98 per kg in 2024, 81% below the world average of $64.59 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of eyeglasses to Libya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $845 thousand in 2017 to $2.2 million in 2024, an increase of 157%. The peak was 2023 at $2.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for eyeglasses?
The HS code for eyeglasses is heading 9004. In Libya the largest six-digit codes were 9004.90 (66% of the value) and 9004.10 (34%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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