Petrol cars 1000-1500cc imports in Libya: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of petrol cars 1000-1500cc by Libya reached $140.9 million in 2024 (19.5 thousand tonnes). That is 50% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% 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 | $140.9M | 19.5K t |
| 2023 | $94.1M | 21.4K t |
| 2022 | $82.2M | 22.5K t |
| 2021 | $48.3M | 32.2K t |
| 2020 | $35.8M | 28.4K t |
| 2019 | $80.2M | 7.2K t |
| 2018 | $72.1M | 53.1K t |
| 2017 | $61.8M | 43.7K t |
Where Libya imports petrol cars 1000-1500cc from
Most of the value came from Indonesia (37%), India (31%), China (26%). Among the main suppliers, Indonesia grew fastest (+177% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Indonesia | $52.8M | 38% |
| India | $44.2M | 31% |
| China | $36.7M | 26% |
| South Korea | $3.8M | 2.7% |
| Egypt | $836K | 0.6% |
| Switzerland | $554K | 0.4% |
| Netherlands | $547K | 0.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $482K | 0.3% |
| Germany | $463K | 0.3% |
| Belgium | $157K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.22 per kg, 41% below the world average of $12.24, 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.
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The shipment records behind Libya petrol cars 1000-1500cc imports (HS 8703.22): 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 8703.22: Vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1000 but not over 1500cc.
Common questions
What is the value of petrol cars 1000-1500cc imported by Libya?
Libya imported petrol cars 1000-1500cc worth $140.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 19.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 76th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 50% on 2023.
Which countries supply petrol cars 1000-1500cc to Libya?
Indonesia was the largest supplier with 37% of the value ($52.8 million), followed by India (31%) and China (26%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 939% on the year.
What is the average import price of petrol cars 1000-1500cc per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.22 per kg in 2024, 41% below the world average of $12.24 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of petrol cars 1000-1500cc to Libya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $61.8 million in 2017 to $140.9 million in 2024, an increase of 128%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $76.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for petrol cars 1000-1500cc?
The HS code for petrol cars 1000-1500cc is subheading 8703.22. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8703 page.
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