Lead scrap exports from Libya: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Libya exported lead scrap worth $7.9 million (2.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 31% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $7.9M | 2.2K t |
| 2023 | $6.0M | 3.1K t |
| 2022 | $393K | 212 t |
| 2021 | $1.8M | 959 t |
| 2020 | $1.2M | 836 t |
| 2019 | $669K | 356 t |
| 2018 | $5.6M | 4.1K t |
| 2017 | $3.6M | 2.6K t |
Where Libya exports lead scrap to
India alone took 84% of it. Among the main buyer markets, India grew fastest (+60% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $6.6M | 84% |
| Spain | $1.2M | 16% |
| Lebanon | $13K | 0.2% |
| South Korea | $0K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.63 per kg, 145% above the world average of $1.48. 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 lead scrap exports (HS 7802): 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 7802: Lead; waste and scrap.
Common questions
What is the value of lead scrap exported by Libya?
Libya exported lead scrap worth $7.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 16th of 137 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 31% on 2023.
Which countries buy lead scrap from Libya?
India was the largest buyer with 84% of the value ($6.6 million), followed by Spain (15%) and Lebanon (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 4 buyer countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 60% on the year.
What is the average export price of lead scrap per kg?
The average declared export value was about $3.63 per kg in 2024, 145% above the world average of $1.48 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of lead scrap from Libya changed since 2017?
Exports went from $3.6 million in 2017 to $7.9 million in 2024, an increase of 118%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for lead scrap?
The HS code for lead scrap is heading 7802. In Libya all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 7802.00. It sits in HS chapter 78 (lead and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7802 page.
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