Hydraulic cylinders imports in Libya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Libya imported hydraulic cylinders worth $5.1 million (1.3 thousand tonnes). That is 31% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 41% 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 | $5.1M | 1.3K t |
| 2023 | $3.9M | 946 t |
| 2022 | $2.0M | 253 t |
| 2021 | $1.2M | 135 t |
| 2020 | $1.1M | 92 t |
| 2019 | $1.2M | 112 t |
| 2018 | $1.6M | 49 t |
| 2017 | $449K | 28 t |
Where Libya imports hydraulic cylinders from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 58% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+68% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.9M | 58% |
| Germany | $1.1M | 21% |
| Turkey | $558K | 11% |
| Italy | $354K | 7% |
| Netherlands | $60K | 1.2% |
| United States | $32K | 0.6% |
| Sweden | $22K | 0.4% |
| United Kingdom | $19K | 0.4% |
| Belgium | $11K | 0.2% |
| Singapore | $6K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.77 per kg, 71% below the world average of $13.11, 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 hydraulic cylinders imports (HS 8412.21): 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 8412.21: Engines: hydraulic power engines and motors, linear acting (cylinders).
Common questions
What is the value of hydraulic cylinders imported by Libya?
Libya imported hydraulic cylinders worth $5.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 82nd of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 31% on 2023.
Which countries supply hydraulic cylinders to Libya?
China was the largest supplier with 58% of the value ($2.9 million), followed by Germany (21%) and Turkey (11%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 240% on the year.
What is the average import price of hydraulic cylinders per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.77 per kg in 2024, 71% below the world average of $13.11 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of hydraulic cylinders to Libya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $449 thousand in 2017 to $5.1 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for hydraulic cylinders?
The HS code for hydraulic cylinders is subheading 8412.21. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8412 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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