Polymethylene polyphenyl isocyanate imports in Libya: data, top suppliers and prices
Libya imported $4.8 million of polymethylene polyphenyl isocyanate in 2024 (2.2 thousand tonnes). That is 103% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 21% 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 | $4.8M | 2.2K t |
| 2023 | $2.4M | 1.2K t |
| 2022 | $1.5M | 548 t |
| 2021 | $2.2M | 894 t |
| 2020 | $1.0M | 751 t |
| 2019 | $790K | 475 t |
| 2018 | $708K | 290 t |
| 2017 | $1.2M | 388 t |
Where Libya imports polymethylene polyphenyl isocyanate from
The largest suppliers were Italy (45%), Turkey (28%), China (27%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+872% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $2.1M | 45% |
| Turkey | $1.3M | 28% |
| China | $1.3M | 27% |
| Netherlands | $10K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.14 per kg, close to the world average of $1.94.
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 polymethylene polyphenyl isocyanate imports (HS 3909.31): 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 3909.31: Amino-resins: n.e.c. in heading no. 3909, in primary forms, poly(methylene phenyl isocyanate) (Crude MDI, polymeric MDI).
Common questions
What is the value of polymethylene polyphenyl isocyanate imported by Libya?
Libya imported polymethylene polyphenyl isocyanate worth $4.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 78th of 174 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 103% on 2023.
Which countries supply polymethylene polyphenyl isocyanate to Libya?
Italy was the largest supplier with 45% of the value ($2.1 million), followed by Turkey (28%) and China (27%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 4 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 872% on the year.
What is the average import price of polymethylene polyphenyl isocyanate per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.14 per kg in 2024, 10% above the world average of $1.94 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of polymethylene polyphenyl isocyanate to Libya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.2 million in 2017 to $4.8 million in 2024, an increase of 290%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for polymethylene polyphenyl isocyanate?
The HS code for polymethylene polyphenyl isocyanate is subheading 3909.31. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3909 page.
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