Polystyrene film and sheet imports in Libya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Libya imported polystyrene film and sheet worth $3.4 million (1.5 thousand tonnes). That is 10% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 22% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $5.0 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 | $3.4M | 1.5K t |
| 2023 | $3.9M | 1.6K t |
| 2022 | $4.4M | 1.5K t |
| 2021 | $2.7M | 1.3K t |
| 2020 | $263K | 142 t |
| 2019 | $2.4M | 1.4K t |
| 2018 | $5.0M | 2.4K t |
| 2017 | $852K | 401 t |
Where Libya imports polystyrene film and sheet from
Most of the value came from Belgium (49%), Spain (16%), Portugal (16%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+98% on the year before).
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.26 per kg, 34% below the world average of $3.43, 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 polystyrene film and sheet imports (HS 3920.30): 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 3920.30: Plastics: of polymers of styrene, plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials.
Common questions
What is the value of polystyrene film and sheet imported by Libya?
Libya imported polystyrene film and sheet worth $3.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 63rd of 196 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply polystyrene film and sheet to Libya?
Belgium was the largest supplier with 49% of the value ($1.7 million), followed by Spain (16%) and Portugal (16%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 12 supplier countries in total. Egypt grew fastest among the top ten, up 103% on the year.
What is the average import price of polystyrene film and sheet per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.26 per kg in 2024, 34% below the world average of $3.43 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of polystyrene film and sheet to Libya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $852 thousand in 2017 to $3.4 million in 2024, an increase of 305%. The peak was 2018 at $5.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for polystyrene film and sheet?
The HS code for polystyrene film and sheet is subheading 3920.30. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3920 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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