Malt extract imports in Libya: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of malt extract by Libya reached $134.2 million in 2024 (42.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 15% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% 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 | $134.2M | 42.0K t |
| 2023 | $117.0M | 36.1K t |
| 2022 | $90.6M | 25.2K t |
| 2021 | $104.6M | 30.1K t |
| 2020 | $80.0M | 22.9K t |
| 2019 | $85.7M | 19.1K t |
| 2018 | $118.9M | 24.0K t |
| 2017 | $56.2M | 13.6K t |
Where Libya imports malt extract from
The largest suppliers were Netherlands (46%), France (15%), Switzerland (11%). Among the main suppliers, Denmark grew fastest (+64% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $62.0M | 46% |
| France | $19.5M | 15% |
| Switzerland | $15.1M | 11% |
| Denmark | $8.5M | 6.3% |
| Spain | $5.0M | 3.7% |
| Lithuania | $4.6M | 3.4% |
| Italy | $3.3M | 2.5% |
| Malta | $2.5M | 1.9% |
| Germany | $2.3M | 1.7% |
| Tunisia | $2.3M | 1.7% |
Product types under HS 1901
| 1901.10 | Infant formula | 55% |
| 1901.90 | Flour preparations (other) | 42% |
| 1901.20 | Baking mixes | 3.6% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 1901.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.20 per kg, close to the world average of $3.56.
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 malt extract imports (HS 1901): 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 1901: Malt extract; flour/groats/meal/starch/malt extract products, no cocoa (or less than 40% by weight) and food preparations of goods of headings 04.01 to 04.04, no cocoa (or less than 5% by weight), weights calculated on a totally defatted basis, n.e.c..
Common questions
What is the value of malt extract imported by Libya?
Libya imported malt extract worth $134.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 42.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 45th of 224 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply malt extract to Libya?
The Netherlands was the largest supplier with 46% of the value ($62.0 million), followed by France (15%) and Switzerland (11%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. Malta grew fastest among the top ten, up 151% on the year.
What is the average import price of malt extract per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.20 per kg in 2024, 10% below the world average of $3.56 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of malt extract to Libya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $56.2 million in 2017 to $134.2 million in 2024, an increase of 139%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $98.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for malt extract?
The HS code for malt extract is heading 1901. In Libya the largest six-digit codes were 1901.10 (55% of the value) and 1901.90 (42%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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