Polyvinyl chloride (pure) imports in Libya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Libya imported polyvinyl chloride (pure) worth $16.6 million (20.2 thousand tonnes). That is 13% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% 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 | $16.6M | 20.2K t |
| 2023 | $14.8M | 16.8K t |
| 2022 | $18.4M | 12.4K t |
| 2021 | $8.9M | 5.1K t |
| 2020 | $5.3M | 6.5K t |
| 2019 | $6.8M | 7.9K t |
| 2018 | $5.1M | 5.4K t |
| 2017 | $5.1M | 5.1K t |
Where Libya imports polyvinyl chloride (pure) from
Most of the value came from Turkey (45%), Egypt (19%), United States (14%). Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+491% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $7.5M | 45% |
| Egypt | $3.2M | 19% |
| United States | $2.3M | 14% |
| Spain | $1.5M | 9.3% |
| Belgium | $626K | 3.8% |
| Saudi Arabia | $448K | 2.7% |
| Sweden | $383K | 2.3% |
| France | $351K | 2.1% |
| China | $125K | 0.8% |
| Germany | $94K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.82 per kg, close to the world average of $0.87.
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 polyvinyl chloride (pure) imports (HS 3904.10): 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 3904.10: Vinyl chloride, other halogenated olefin polymers: poly(vinyl chloride), not mixed with any other substances, in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of polyvinyl chloride (pure) imported by Libya?
Libya imported polyvinyl chloride (pure) worth $16.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 20.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 77th of 192 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyvinyl chloride (pure) to Libya?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 45% of the value ($7.5 million), followed by Egypt (19%) and the United States (14%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 766% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyvinyl chloride (pure) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.82 per kg in 2024, 6% below the world average of $0.87 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of polyvinyl chloride (pure) to Libya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.1 million in 2017 to $16.6 million in 2024, an increase of 228%. The peak was 2022 at $18.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $10.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyvinyl chloride (pure)?
The HS code for polyvinyl chloride (pure) is subheading 3904.10. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3904 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for Libya. Tell us your product to see it live.
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