MDF (5–9 mm) imports in Libya: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of mdf (5–9 mm) by Libya reached $3.8 million in 2024 (7.6 thousand tonnes). That is 33% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 25% 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 | $3.8M | 7.6K t |
| 2023 | $2.9M | 5.1K t |
| 2022 | $3.7M | 7.8K t |
| 2021 | $1.2M | 1.8K t |
| 2020 | $1.2M | 1.5K t |
| 2019 | $1.7M | 2.4K t |
| 2018 | $741K | 1.0K t |
| 2017 | $816K | 1.1K t |
Where Libya imports mdf (5–9 mm) from
Turkey alone supplied 59% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+71% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $2.3M | 59% |
| Germany | $679K | 18% |
| China | $448K | 12% |
| Bulgaria | $355K | 9.3% |
| United States | $42K | 1.1% |
| Portugal | $13K | 0.3% |
| Malta | $12K | 0.3% |
| Lebanon | $5K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.50 per kg, 25% below the world average of $0.67, 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 mdf (5–9 mm) imports (HS 4411.13): 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 4411.13: Medium density fibreboard (MDF), of a thickness exceeding 5 mm but not exceeding 9 mm.
Common questions
What is the value of mdf (5–9 mm) imported by Libya?
Libya imported mdf (5–9 mm) worth $3.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 66th of 198 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 33% on 2023.
Which countries supply mdf (5–9 mm) to Libya?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 59% of the value ($2.3 million), followed by Germany (18%) and China (12%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 71% on the year.
What is the average import price of mdf (5–9 mm) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.50 per kg in 2024, 25% below the world average of $0.67 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of mdf (5–9 mm) to Libya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $816 thousand in 2017 to $3.8 million in 2024, an increase of 368%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for mdf (5–9 mm)?
The HS code for mdf (5–9 mm) is subheading 4411.13. It sits in HS chapter 44 (wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4411 page.
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