Ophthalmic instruments imports in Libya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Libya imported ophthalmic instruments worth $5.0 million (24 tonnes). Value rose 7% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2020, at $9.0 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 | $5.0M | 24 t |
| 2023 | $4.7M | 18 t |
| 2022 | $1.9M | 12 t |
| 2021 | $2.6M | 10 t |
| 2020 | $9.0M | 29 t |
| 2019 | $3.0M | 15 t |
| 2018 | $1.6M | 11 t |
| 2017 | $2.1M | 9 t |
Where Libya imports ophthalmic instruments from
The largest suppliers were Germany (45%), Netherlands (20%), United States (8%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+153% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $2.2M | 45% |
| Netherlands | $973K | 20% |
| United States | $398K | 8% |
| Switzerland | $340K | 6.8% |
| China | $226K | 4.5% |
| Italy | $209K | 4.2% |
| Japan | $172K | 3.5% |
| United Kingdom | $97K | 1.9% |
| Poland | $92K | 1.8% |
| India | $85K | 1.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $205.20 per kg, close to the world average of $216.35.
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 ophthalmic instruments imports (HS 9018.50): 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 9018.50: Ophthalmic instruments and appliances.
Common questions
What is the value of ophthalmic instruments imported by Libya?
Libya imported ophthalmic instruments worth $5.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 24 tonnes. That ranks it 79th of 211 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply ophthalmic instruments to Libya?
Germany was the largest supplier with 45% of the value ($2.2 million), followed by the Netherlands (20%) and the United States (8%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. Poland grew fastest among the top ten, up 983% on the year.
What is the average import price of ophthalmic instruments per kg?
The average declared import value was about $205.20 per kg in 2024, 5% below the world average of $216.35 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of ophthalmic instruments to Libya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.1 million in 2017 to $5.0 million in 2024, an increase of 141%. The peak was 2020 at $9.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for ophthalmic instruments?
The HS code for ophthalmic instruments is subheading 9018.50. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9018 page.
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