Polyethylene bags imports in Libya: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of polyethylene bags by Libya reached $5.0 million in 2024 (1.7 thousand tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% 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 | $5.0M | 1.7K t |
| 2023 | $4.9M | 1.6K t |
| 2022 | $3.3M | 1.1K t |
| 2021 | $2.3M | 896 t |
| 2020 | $2.0M | 1.0K t |
| 2019 | $3.6M | 1.3K t |
| 2018 | $2.5M | 760 t |
| 2017 | $2.4M | 842 t |
Where Libya imports polyethylene bags from
Most of the value came from China (32%), Egypt (27%), Turkey (20%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+168% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.6M | 32% |
| Egypt | $1.3M | 27% |
| Turkey | $986K | 20% |
| Saudi Arabia | $752K | 15% |
| Spain | $89K | 1.8% |
| Poland | $77K | 1.5% |
| France | $63K | 1.3% |
| Belgium | $38K | 0.8% |
| Tunisia | $26K | 0.5% |
| Greece | $7K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.87 per kg, close to the world average of $2.93.
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 polyethylene bags imports (HS 3923.21): 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 3923.21: Ethylene polymers: sacks and bags (including cones), for the conveyance or packing of goods.
Common questions
What is the value of polyethylene bags imported by Libya?
Libya imported polyethylene bags worth $5.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 120th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyethylene bags to Libya?
China was the largest supplier with 32% of the value ($1.6 million), followed by Egypt (27%) and Turkey (20%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 751% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyethylene bags per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.87 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $2.93 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of polyethylene bags to Libya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.4 million in 2017 to $5.0 million in 2024, an increase of 110%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyethylene bags?
The HS code for polyethylene bags is subheading 3923.21. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3923 page.
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