Plastic caps and closures imports in Libya: data, top suppliers and prices
Libya imported $22.2 million of plastic caps and closures in 2024 (4.8 thousand tonnes). That is 17% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 23% 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 | $22.2M | 4.8K t |
| 2023 | $26.9M | 5.0K t |
| 2022 | $17.4M | 3.7K t |
| 2021 | $12.1M | 3.0K t |
| 2020 | $7.7M | 2.2K t |
| 2019 | $10.7M | 3.5K t |
| 2018 | $6.3M | 1.6K t |
| 2017 | $5.2M | 1.4K t |
Where Libya imports plastic caps and closures from
Most of the value came from Turkey (34%), Egypt (31%), Saudi Arabia (23%). Among the main suppliers, Egypt grew fastest (+40% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $7.6M | 34% |
| Egypt | $6.9M | 31% |
| Saudi Arabia | $5.1M | 23% |
| China | $1.3M | 5.6% |
| Luxembourg | $532K | 2.4% |
| Spain | $457K | 2.1% |
| Tunisia | $159K | 0.7% |
| Germany | $26K | 0.1% |
| India | $19K | 0.1% |
| Italy | $18K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.63 per kg, 22% below the world average of $5.90, 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 plastic caps and closures imports (HS 3923.50): 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 3923.50: Plastics: stoppers, lids, caps and other closures, for the conveyance or packing of goods.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic caps and closures imported by Libya?
Libya imported plastic caps and closures worth $22.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 66th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic caps and closures to Libya?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($7.6 million), followed by Egypt (31%) and Saudi Arabia (23%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 174% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic caps and closures per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.63 per kg in 2024, 22% below the world average of $5.90 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic caps and closures to Libya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.2 million in 2017 to $22.2 million in 2024, an increase of 327%. The peak was 2023 at $26.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $13.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic caps and closures?
The HS code for plastic caps and closures is subheading 3923.50. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3923 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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