Glue imports in Libya: data, top suppliers and prices
Libya imported $19.8 million of glue in 2024 (6.9 thousand tonnes). That is 25% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 21% 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 | $19.8M | 6.9K t |
| 2023 | $15.8M | 7.0K t |
| 2022 | $13.2M | 6.1K t |
| 2021 | $13.8M | 8.2K t |
| 2020 | $8.3M | 5.0K t |
| 2019 | $11.3M | 5.0K t |
| 2018 | $6.5M | 4.1K t |
| 2017 | $5.2M | 1.6K t |
Where Libya imports glue from
The largest suppliers were Turkey (31%), China (17%), Italy (16%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+256% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $6.0M | 31% |
| China | $3.3M | 17% |
| Italy | $3.2M | 16% |
| United States | $1.8M | 9% |
| Egypt | $1.7M | 8.5% |
| Tunisia | $1.1M | 5.7% |
| Germany | $637K | 3.2% |
| Netherlands | $503K | 2.5% |
| Canada | $324K | 1.6% |
| Portugal | $238K | 1.2% |
Product types under HS 3506
| 3506.91 | Polymer adhesive | 54% |
| 3506.10 | Retail adhesive | 29% |
| 3506.99 | Multi-purpose adhesive | 17% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3506.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.88 per kg, 32% below the world average of $4.24, 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 glue imports (HS 3506): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Mirror data: built from the shipment records of the countries that trade with it.
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 3506: Prepared glues and other prepared adhesives, n.e.c. or included; products suitable for use as glues or adhesives, put up for retail sale as glues or adhesives, not exceeding 1kg net weight.
Common questions
What is the value of glue imported by Libya?
Libya imported glue worth $19.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 80th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 25% on 2023.
Which countries supply glue to Libya?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 31% of the value ($6.0 million), followed by China (17%) and Italy (16%). The top three together account for 63%, out of 33 supplier countries in total. Portugal grew fastest among the top ten, up 300% on the year.
What is the average import price of glue per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.88 per kg in 2024, 32% below the world average of $4.24 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of glue to Libya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.2 million in 2017 to $19.8 million in 2024, an increase of 277%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $11.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for glue?
The HS code for glue is heading 3506. In Libya the largest six-digit codes were 3506.91 (54% of the value) and 3506.10 (29%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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