Pickled vegetables imports in Libya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Libya imported pickled vegetables worth $18.1 million (7.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 16% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 118% 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 | $18.1M | 7.6K t |
| 2023 | $15.7M | 7.1K t |
| 2022 | $9.0M | 5.1K t |
| 2021 | $722K | 564 t |
| 2020 | $318K | 212 t |
| 2019 | $5.1M | 4.6K t |
| 2018 | $193K | 146 t |
| 2017 | $78K | 42 t |
Where Libya imports pickled vegetables from
Egypt alone supplied 93% of it. Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+72% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $16.9M | 93% |
| Turkey | $1.1M | 6.1% |
| Lebanon | $54K | 0.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $15K | 0.1% |
| Spain | $11K | 0.1% |
| Thailand | $7K | 0% |
| Pakistan | $6K | 0% |
| Italy | $6K | 0% |
| Malta | $3K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 2001
| 2001.90 | Pickled vegetables (other) | 97% |
| 2001.10 | Pickled cucumbers | 2.7% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 2001.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.38 per kg, 42% above the world average of $1.68. 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 pickled vegetables imports (HS 2001): 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 2001: Vegetables, fruit, nuts and other edible parts of plants; prepared or preserved by vinegar or acetic acid.
Common questions
What is the value of pickled vegetables imported by Libya?
Libya imported pickled vegetables worth $18.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 30th of 219 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply pickled vegetables to Libya?
Egypt was the largest supplier with 93% of the value ($16.9 million), followed by Turkey (6%) and Lebanon (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 286% on the year.
What is the average import price of pickled vegetables per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.38 per kg in 2024, 42% above the world average of $1.68 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of pickled vegetables to Libya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $78 thousand in 2017 to $18.1 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $6.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for pickled vegetables?
The HS code for pickled vegetables is heading 2001. In Libya the largest six-digit codes were 2001.90 (97% of the value) and 2001.10 (3%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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