Optical radiation detector imports in Libya: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of optical radiation detector by Libya reached $8.5 million in 2024 (57 tonnes). That is 22% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 47% 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 | $8.5M | 57 t |
| 2023 | $6.9M | 46 t |
| 2022 | $7.1M | 57 t |
| 2021 | $8.5M | 49 t |
| 2020 | $8.5M | 64 t |
| 2019 | $6.4M | 56 t |
| 2018 | $3.9M | 29 t |
| 2017 | $582K | 4 t |
Where Libya imports optical radiation detector from
The largest suppliers were Germany (33%), China (29%), Netherlands (11%). Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+817% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $2.8M | 33% |
| China | $2.4M | 29% |
| Netherlands | $898K | 11% |
| United States | $749K | 8.8% |
| Belgium | $373K | 4.4% |
| Canada | $362K | 4.3% |
| France | $257K | 3% |
| United Kingdom | $244K | 2.9% |
| South Korea | $136K | 1.6% |
| Poland | $88K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $147.82 per kg, 54% below the world average of $323.51, 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 optical radiation detector imports (HS 9027.50): 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 9027.50: Instruments and apparatus: using optical radiations (UV, visible, IR), (other than spectrometers, spectrophotometers and spectrographs).
Common questions
What is the value of optical radiation detector imported by Libya?
Libya imported optical radiation detector worth $8.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 57 tonnes. That ranks it 77th of 220 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 22% on 2023.
Which countries supply optical radiation detector to Libya?
Germany was the largest supplier with 33% of the value ($2.8 million), followed by China (29%) and the Netherlands (11%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 817% on the year.
What is the average import price of optical radiation detector per kg?
The average declared import value was about $147.82 per kg in 2024, 54% below the world average of $323.51 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of optical radiation detector to Libya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $582 thousand in 2017 to $8.5 million in 2024. The peak was 2021 at $8.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for optical radiation detector?
The HS code for optical radiation detector is subheading 9027.50. 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 9027 page.
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