Medicinal plants imports in Libya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Libya imported medicinal plants worth $2.9 million (1.1 thousand tonnes). That is 40% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 20% 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 | $2.9M | 1.1K t |
| 2023 | $2.1M | 603 t |
| 2022 | $2.8M | 932 t |
| 2021 | $2.6M | 877 t |
| 2020 | $1.0M | 532 t |
| 2019 | $2.4M | 1.4K t |
| 2018 | $1.2M | 632 t |
| 2017 | $794K | 643 t |
Where Libya imports medicinal plants from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 53% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Indonesia grew fastest (+244% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.5M | 53% |
| India | $359K | 13% |
| Morocco | $227K | 7.9% |
| Egypt | $171K | 6% |
| Pakistan | $119K | 4.1% |
| Indonesia | $111K | 3.9% |
| Italy | $107K | 3.7% |
| Netherlands | $86K | 3% |
| United States | $56K | 2% |
| Turkey | $53K | 1.9% |
Product types under HS 1211
| 1211.90 | Plants and parts (including seeds and fruits) n.e.c. in heading no. 1211, of a kind used primarily in perfumery, in pharmacy or for insecticidal… | 100% |
| 1211.20 | Ginseng roots | 0.3% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 1211.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.64 per kg, 32% below the world average of $3.90, 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 medicinal plants imports (HS 1211): 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 1211: Plants and parts of plants (including seeds and fruits), of a kind used primarily in perfumery, in pharmacy or for insecticidal, fungicidal or similar purposes, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not cut, crushed or powdered.
Common questions
What is the value of medicinal plants imported by Libya?
Libya imported medicinal plants worth $2.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 82nd of 218 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 40% on 2023.
Which countries supply medicinal plants to Libya?
China was the largest supplier with 53% of the value ($1.5 million), followed by India (12%) and Morocco (8%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. Indonesia grew fastest among the top ten, up 244% on the year.
What is the average import price of medicinal plants per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.64 per kg in 2024, 32% below the world average of $3.90 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of medicinal plants to Libya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $794 thousand in 2017 to $2.9 million in 2024, an increase of 263%. 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 medicinal plants?
The HS code for medicinal plants is heading 1211. In Libya the largest six-digit codes were 1211.90 (100% of the value) and 1211.20 (0%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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