Hot-rolled steel angles imports in Libya: data, top suppliers and prices
Libya imported $5.2 million of hot-rolled steel angles in 2024 (7.3 thousand tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 45% 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 | $5.2M | 7.3K t |
| 2023 | $5.1M | 6.5K t |
| 2022 | $4.8M | 5.6K t |
| 2021 | $3.5M | 4.5K t |
| 2020 | $1.5M | 2.9K t |
| 2019 | $2.4M | 4.3K t |
| 2018 | $939K | 1.5K t |
| 2017 | $386K | 740 t |
Where Libya imports hot-rolled steel angles from
Turkey alone supplied 99% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $5.1M | 99% |
| China | $32K | 0.6% |
| Poland | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.71 per kg, 27% below the world average of $0.97, 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.
Hot-rolled steel angles exports from Libya
Libya exported $285 thousand of hot-rolled steel angles in 2024 (210 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Egypt accounted for 100% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $285K | 100% |
Who is behind these numbers in Libya?
The shipment records behind Libya hot-rolled steel angles imports (HS 7216.50): 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 7216.50: Iron or non-alloy steel: angles, shapes and sections, n.e.c. in heading no. 7216, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or extruded.
Common questions
What is the value of hot-rolled steel angles imported by Libya?
Libya imported hot-rolled steel angles worth $5.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 51st of 198 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply hot-rolled steel angles to Libya?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 99% of the value ($5.1 million), followed by China (1%) and Poland (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 3 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 133% on the year.
What is the average import price of hot-rolled steel angles per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.71 per kg in 2024, 27% below the world average of $0.97 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of hot-rolled steel angles to Libya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $386 thousand in 2017 to $5.2 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.0 million a year.
Does Libya also export hot-rolled steel angles?
Yes. Libya exported $285 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Egypt. On balance Libya is a net importer of this product, by about $4.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for hot-rolled steel angles?
The HS code for hot-rolled steel angles is subheading 7216.50. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7216 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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