Ignition system imports in Libya: data, top suppliers and prices
Libya imported $7.7 million of ignition system in 2024 (598 tonnes). Value fell 14% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 21% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $9.7 million.
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 | $7.7M | 598 t |
| 2023 | $9.0M | 560 t |
| 2022 | $8.4M | 555 t |
| 2021 | $8.4M | 587 t |
| 2020 | $6.7M | 510 t |
| 2019 | $9.7M | 568 t |
| 2018 | $6.4M | 362 t |
| 2017 | $2.0M | 114 t |
Where Libya imports ignition system from
The largest suppliers were China (33%), Germany (14%), Italy (13%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+104% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.5M | 33% |
| Germany | $1.1M | 14% |
| Italy | $1.0M | 13% |
| Malaysia | $748K | 9.7% |
| Poland | $484K | 6.3% |
| United States | $438K | 5.7% |
| South Korea | $272K | 3.5% |
| Turkey | $233K | 3% |
| Singapore | $202K | 2.6% |
| India | $142K | 1.8% |
Product types under HS 8511
| 8511.40 | Starter motors | 29% |
| 8511.10 | Spark plugs | 27% |
| 8511.30 | Ignition coils and distributors | 16% |
| 8511.50 | Engine alternators and generators | 15% |
| 8511.90 | Ignition system parts | 11% |
| 8511.80 | Engine electrical components | 1.6% |
| 8511.20 | Ignition magnetos and flywheels | 0.9% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8511.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.90 per kg, 27% below the world average of $17.60, 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 ignition system imports (HS 8511): 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 8511: Ignition or starting equipment; used for spark-ignition or compression-ignition internal combustion engines; generators and cut outs used in conjunction with such engines.
Common questions
What is the value of ignition system imported by Libya?
Libya imported ignition system worth $7.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 598 tonnes. That ranks it 95th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply ignition system to Libya?
China was the largest supplier with 33% of the value ($2.5 million), followed by Germany (14%) and Italy (13%). The top three together account for 60%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 104% on the year.
What is the average import price of ignition system per kg?
The average declared import value was about $12.90 per kg in 2024, 27% below the world average of $17.60 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of ignition system to Libya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.0 million in 2017 to $7.7 million in 2024, an increase of 278%. The peak was 2019 at $9.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for ignition system?
The HS code for ignition system is heading 8511. In Libya the largest six-digit codes were 8511.40 (29% of the value) and 8511.10 (27%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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