Optical microscopes imports in Libya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Libya imported optical microscopes worth $5.4 million (20 tonnes). That is 320% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 47% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $6.8 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 | $5.4M | 20 t |
| 2023 | $1.3M | 7 t |
| 2022 | $4.6M | 16 t |
| 2021 | $6.8M | 12 t |
| 2020 | $1.9M | 8 t |
| 2019 | $2.1M | 12 t |
| 2018 | $983K | 3 t |
| 2017 | $366K | 3 t |
Where Libya imports optical microscopes from
One supplier dominates: Germany accounted for 93% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $5.0M | 93% |
| China | $141K | 2.6% |
| Netherlands | $72K | 1.3% |
| United States | $70K | 1.3% |
| Spain | $31K | 0.6% |
| Italy | $26K | 0.5% |
| India | $21K | 0.4% |
| Singapore | $18K | 0.3% |
| Turkey | $13K | 0.3% |
| Hong Kong | $3K | 0.1% |
Product types under HS 9011
| 9011.80 | Compound optical microscopes | 56% |
| 9011.10 | Stereoscopic microscopes | 25% |
| 9011.90 | Microscope parts and accessories | 19% |
| 9011.20 | Photomicrography microscopes | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 9011.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $268.13 per kg, 40% above the world average of $191.20. 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 optical microscopes imports (HS 9011): 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 9011: Microscopes, compound optical; including those for photomicrography, cinephotomicrography or microprojection.
Common questions
What is the value of optical microscopes imported by Libya?
Libya imported optical microscopes worth $5.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 20 tonnes. That ranks it 52nd of 207 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 320% on 2023.
Which countries supply optical microscopes to Libya?
Germany was the largest supplier with 93% of the value ($5.0 million), followed by China (3%) and the Netherlands (1%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 651% on the year.
What is the average import price of optical microscopes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $268.13 per kg in 2024, 40% above the world average of $191.20 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of optical microscopes to Libya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $366 thousand in 2017 to $5.4 million in 2024. The peak was 2021 at $6.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for optical microscopes?
The HS code for optical microscopes is heading 9011. In Libya the largest six-digit codes were 9011.80 (56% of the value) and 9011.10 (25%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For Libya, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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