Retreaded pneumatic tyres imports in Libya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Libya imported retreaded pneumatic tyres worth $2.8 million (5.0 thousand tonnes). Value fell 10% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $4.7 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 | $2.8M | 5.0K t |
| 2023 | $3.1M | 5.3K t |
| 2022 | $4.7M | 10.7K t |
| 2021 | $3.6M | 8.0K t |
| 2020 | $1.4M | 4.0K t |
| 2019 | $2.0M | 2.1K t |
| 2018 | $3.0M | 5.1K t |
| 2017 | $3.9M | 11.9K t |
Where Libya imports retreaded pneumatic tyres from
The largest suppliers were Netherlands (37%), China (26%), Spain (14%). Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+108% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $1.0M | 37% |
| China | $711K | 26% |
| Spain | $379K | 14% |
| Belgium | $188K | 6.8% |
| Germany | $173K | 6.2% |
| Italy | $87K | 3.1% |
| Turkey | $67K | 2.4% |
| Poland | $32K | 1.2% |
| Switzerland | $27K | 1% |
| India | $20K | 0.7% |
Product types under HS 4012
| 4012.20 | Used tires | 56% |
| 4012.90 | Tires (other types) | 27% |
| 4012.11 | Retreaded car tires | 7.4% |
| 4012.13 | Retreaded aircraft tires | 5.3% |
| 4012.12 | Retreaded truck tires | 3.9% |
| 4012.19 | Retreaded tyres: other than of a kind used on motor cars (including station wagons and racing cars), buses and lorries and aircraft | 0.5% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 4012.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.56 per kg, 75% below the world average of $2.20, 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 retreaded pneumatic tyres imports (HS 4012): 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 4012: Retreaded or used pneumatic tyres of rubber; solid or cushion tyres, tyre treads and tyre flaps, of rubber.
Common questions
What is the value of retreaded pneumatic tyres imported by Libya?
Libya imported retreaded pneumatic tyres worth $2.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 96th of 218 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply retreaded pneumatic tyres to Libya?
The Netherlands was the largest supplier with 37% of the value ($1.0 million), followed by China (26%) and Spain (14%). The top three together account for 77%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 206% on the year.
What is the average import price of retreaded pneumatic tyres per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.56 per kg in 2024, 75% below the world average of $2.20 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of retreaded pneumatic tyres to Libya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.9 million in 2017 to $2.8 million in 2024, a fall of 29%. The peak was 2022 at $4.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for retreaded pneumatic tyres?
The HS code for retreaded pneumatic tyres is heading 4012. In Libya the largest six-digit codes were 4012.20 (56% of the value) and 4012.90 (27%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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