Paint thinner imports in Libya: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of paint thinner by Libya reached $5.3 million in 2024 (3.0 thousand tonnes). Value fell 9% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 20% 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 | $5.3M | 3.0K t |
| 2023 | $5.8M | 3.1K t |
| 2022 | $4.4M | 3.0K t |
| 2021 | $2.9M | 2.4K t |
| 2020 | $3.0M | 2.6K t |
| 2019 | $2.7M | 2.4K t |
| 2018 | $2.5M | 1.7K t |
| 2017 | $1.4M | 1.5K t |
Where Libya imports paint thinner from
One supplier dominates: Italy accounted for 52% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Egypt grew fastest (+113% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $2.8M | 52% |
| Egypt | $1.5M | 29% |
| Turkey | $456K | 8.7% |
| United States | $150K | 2.9% |
| Germany | $77K | 1.5% |
| Netherlands | $73K | 1.4% |
| Tunisia | $57K | 1.1% |
| United Kingdom | $53K | 1% |
| China | $43K | 0.8% |
| Belgium | $21K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.77 per kg, 26% below the world average of $2.40, 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 paint thinner imports (HS 3814): 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 3814: Organic composite solvents and thinners, not elsewhere specified or included; prepared paint or varnish removers.
Common questions
What is the value of paint thinner imported by Libya?
Libya imported paint thinner worth $5.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 88th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply paint thinner to Libya?
Italy was the largest supplier with 52% of the value ($2.8 million), followed by Egypt (29%) and Turkey (9%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. Egypt grew fastest among the top ten, up 113% on the year.
What is the average import price of paint thinner per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.77 per kg in 2024, 26% below the world average of $2.40 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of paint thinner to Libya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.4 million in 2017 to $5.3 million in 2024, an increase of 269%. The peak was 2023 at $5.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for paint thinner?
The HS code for paint thinner is heading 3814. In Libya all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 3814.00. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3814 page.
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