Petrol cars <1000cc imports in Libya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Libya imported petrol cars <1000cc worth $44.5 million (11.2 thousand tonnes). Value fell 24% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 37% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $68.5 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 | $44.5M | 11.2K t |
| 2023 | $58.3M | 14.5K t |
| 2022 | $60.4M | 9.8K t |
| 2021 | $68.5M | 12.2K t |
| 2020 | $15.3M | 4.0K t |
| 2019 | $22.1M | 2.1K t |
| 2018 | $8.0M | 3.5K t |
| 2017 | $5.0M | 3.8K t |
Where Libya imports petrol cars <1000cc from
United States alone supplied 75% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $33.6M | 76% |
| South Korea | $5.8M | 13% |
| Saudi Arabia | $4.0M | 9% |
| Netherlands | $962K | 2.2% |
| Switzerland | $50K | 0.1% |
| Malta | $39K | 0.1% |
| Bahrain | $30K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $28K | 0.1% |
| Belgium | $27K | 0.1% |
| Italy | $13K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.96 per kg, 68% below the world average of $12.42, 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 petrol cars <1000cc imports (HS 8703.21): 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 8703.21: Vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity not over 1000cc.
Common questions
What is the value of petrol cars <1000cc imported by Libya?
Libya imported petrol cars <1000cc worth $44.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 11.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 63rd of 218 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 24% on 2023.
Which countries supply petrol cars <1000cc to Libya?
The United States was the largest supplier with 75% of the value ($33.6 million), followed by South Korea (13%) and Saudi Arabia (9%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 12 supplier countries in total. Malta grew fastest among the top ten, up 454% on the year.
What is the average import price of petrol cars <1000cc per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.96 per kg in 2024, 68% below the world average of $12.42 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 <1000cc to Libya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.0 million in 2017 to $44.5 million in 2024, an increase of 788%. The peak was 2021 at $68.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $35.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for petrol cars <1000cc?
The HS code for petrol cars <1000cc is subheading 8703.21. 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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