Portable computers imports in Libya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Libya imported portable computers worth $2.6 million (28 tonnes). That is 87% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $61.8 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 | $2.6M | 28 t |
| 2023 | $19.6M | 177 t |
| 2022 | $22.9M | 132 t |
| 2021 | $31.2M | 527 t |
| 2020 | $10.9M | 398 t |
| 2019 | $27.8M | 112 t |
| 2018 | $61.8M | 303 t |
| 2017 | $1.4M | 8 t |
Where Libya imports portable computers from
The largest suppliers were China (29%), France (23%), Hong Kong (9%). Among the main suppliers, Ireland grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $758K | 29% |
| France | $605K | 23% |
| Hong Kong | $224K | 8.5% |
| Denmark | $174K | 6.6% |
| Cyprus | $144K | 5.5% |
| United States | $97K | 3.7% |
| Turkey | $96K | 3.7% |
| United Kingdom | $90K | 3.4% |
| Italy | $79K | 3% |
| Ireland | $78K | 3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $92.91 per kg, 67% below the world average of $279.80, 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 portable computers imports (HS 8471.30): 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 8471.30: Automatic data processing machines: portable, weighing not more than 10kg, consisting of at least a central processing unit, a keyboard and a display.
Common questions
What is the value of portable computers imported by Libya?
Libya imported portable computers worth $2.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 28 tonnes. That ranks it 164th of 224 countries worldwide. The value was down 87% on 2023.
Which countries supply portable computers to Libya?
China was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($758 thousand), followed by France (23%) and Hong Kong (9%). The top three together account for 60%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 940% on the year.
What is the average import price of portable computers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $92.91 per kg in 2024, 67% below the world average of $279.80 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of portable computers to Libya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.4 million in 2017 to $2.6 million in 2024, an increase of 83%. The peak was 2018 at $61.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $22.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for portable computers?
The HS code for portable computers is subheading 8471.30. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8471 page.
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