Glass fiber imports in Libya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Libya imported glass fiber worth $11.7 million (1.9 thousand tonnes). Value rose 40% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 63% 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 | $11.7M | 1.9K t |
| 2023 | $8.4M | 746 t |
| 2022 | $2.2M | 631 t |
| 2021 | $1.9M | 255 t |
| 2020 | $1.0M | 288 t |
| 2019 | $1.5M | 603 t |
| 2018 | $3.1M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $385K | 101 t |
Where Libya imports glass fiber from
Saudi Arabia alone supplied 76% of it. Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+124% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $8.9M | 76% |
| China | $1.2M | 11% |
| Turkey | $479K | 4.1% |
| Egypt | $369K | 3.2% |
| Thailand | $234K | 2% |
| Germany | $103K | 0.9% |
| Tunisia | $75K | 0.7% |
| United States | $63K | 0.5% |
| Sweden | $61K | 0.5% |
| Italy | $47K | 0.4% |
Product types under HS 7019
| 7019.90 | Glass fibre products (other) | 88% |
| 7019.39 | Glass fibre boards and mattresses | 4.8% |
| 7019.59 | Woven glass fibre fabrics (other) | 2.4% |
| 7019.31 | Glass fibre mats | 2.3% |
| 7019.40 | Woven glass fibre fabric | 1.8% |
| 7019.12 | Glass fibre rovings | 0.6% |
| 7019.11 | Chopped glass fibres | 0% |
| 7019.32 | Glass fibre non-woven sheets | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7019.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.09 per kg, 146% above the world average of $2.48. 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 glass fiber imports (HS 7019): 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 7019: Glass fibres (including glass wool) and articles thereof (e.g. yarn, rovings, woven fabrics).
Common questions
What is the value of glass fiber imported by Libya?
Libya imported glass fiber worth $11.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 77th of 226 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 40% on 2023.
Which countries supply glass fiber to Libya?
Saudi Arabia was the largest supplier with 76% of the value ($8.9 million), followed by China (10%) and Turkey (4%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 180% on the year.
What is the average import price of glass fiber per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.09 per kg in 2024, 146% above the world average of $2.48 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of glass fiber to Libya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $385 thousand in 2017 to $11.7 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for glass fiber?
The HS code for glass fiber is heading 7019. In Libya the largest six-digit codes were 7019.90 (88% of the value) and 7019.39 (5%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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