Other sugars imports in Libya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Libya imported other sugars worth $2.8 million (2.7 thousand tonnes). That is 6% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 30% 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 | $2.8M | 2.7K t |
| 2023 | $3.0M | 1.7K t |
| 2022 | $1.1M | 802 t |
| 2021 | $1.6M | 1.3K t |
| 2020 | $1.6M | 818 t |
| 2019 | $1.2M | 878 t |
| 2018 | $1.3M | 931 t |
| 2017 | $449K | 704 t |
Where Libya imports other sugars from
Most of the value came from Tunisia (49%), Turkey (36%), Egypt (6%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+92% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Tunisia | $1.4M | 49% |
| Turkey | $1.0M | 36% |
| Egypt | $170K | 6% |
| China | $75K | 2.6% |
| United States | $60K | 2.1% |
| France | $48K | 1.7% |
| Spain | $24K | 0.8% |
| Italy | $18K | 0.6% |
| Poland | $16K | 0.6% |
| Saudi Arabia | $11K | 0.4% |
Product types under HS 1702
| 1702.90 | Sugar blends and invert sugar | 60% |
| 1702.30 | Glucose syrup | 40% |
| 1702.40 | High-fructose corn syrup | 0.4% |
| 1702.50 | Pure fructose | 0.1% |
| 1702.60 | Fructose syrup | 0.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 1702.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.05 per kg, 28% above the world average of $0.82. 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 other sugars imports (HS 1702): 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 1702: Sugars, including lactose, maltose, glucose or fructose in solid form; sugar syrups without added flavouring or colouring matter; artificial honey, whether or not mixed with natural honey; caramel.
Common questions
What is the value of other sugars imported by Libya?
Libya imported other sugars worth $2.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 117th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply other sugars to Libya?
Tunisia was the largest supplier with 49% of the value ($1.4 million), followed by Turkey (36%) and Egypt (6%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 434% on the year.
What is the average import price of other sugars per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.05 per kg in 2024, 28% above the world average of $0.82 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of other sugars to Libya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $448 thousand in 2017 to $2.8 million in 2024, an increase of 535%. The peak was 2023 at $3.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for other sugars?
The HS code for other sugars is heading 1702. In Libya the largest six-digit codes were 1702.90 (60% of the value) and 1702.30 (40%).
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