Milk protein products imports in Libya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Libya imported milk protein products worth $2.0 million (393 tonnes). Value fell 30% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 36% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $2.9 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 | $2.0M | 393 t |
| 2023 | $2.9M | 507 t |
| 2022 | $1.5M | 215 t |
| 2021 | $1.7M | 343 t |
| 2020 | $1.1M | 640 t |
| 2019 | $883K | 515 t |
| 2018 | $323K | 90 t |
| 2017 | $231K | 41 t |
Where Libya imports milk protein products from
Most of the value came from Egypt (35%), Greece (33%), United States (18%). Among the main suppliers, Egypt grew fastest (+136% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $702K | 35% |
| Greece | $653K | 33% |
| United States | $355K | 18% |
| Lithuania | $298K | 15% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.11 per kg, 103% above the world average of $2.52. 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 milk protein products imports (HS 0404.90): 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 0404.90: Dairy produce: natural milk constituents (excluding whey), whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, n.e.c. in chapter 04.
Common questions
What is the value of milk protein products imported by Libya?
Libya imported milk protein products worth $2.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 393 tonnes. That ranks it 67th of 184 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 30% on 2023.
Which countries supply milk protein products to Libya?
Egypt was the largest supplier with 35% of the value ($702 thousand), followed by Greece (33%) and the United States (18%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 4 supplier countries in total. Egypt grew fastest among the top ten, up 136% on the year.
What is the average import price of milk protein products per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.11 per kg in 2024, 103% above the world average of $2.52 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of milk protein products to Libya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $231 thousand in 2017 to $2.0 million in 2024, an increase of 768%. The peak was 2023 at $2.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for milk protein products?
The HS code for milk protein products is subheading 0404.90. It sits in HS chapter 04 (dairy produce; birds' eggs; natural honey; edible products of animal origin, not elsewhere specified or included). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0404 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for Libya. Tell us your product to see it live.
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