Self-tapping screw imports in Libya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Libya imported self-tapping screw worth $3.4 million (1.8 thousand tonnes). Value fell 12% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 25% 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 | $3.4M | 1.8K t |
| 2023 | $3.9M | 1.3K t |
| 2022 | $4.1M | 1.2K t |
| 2021 | $2.9M | 828 t |
| 2020 | $2.9M | 836 t |
| 2019 | $2.9M | 1.0K t |
| 2018 | $1.0M | 372 t |
| 2017 | $725K | 280 t |
Where Libya imports self-tapping screw from
China alone supplied 75% of it. Among the main suppliers, Taiwan grew fastest (+35% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.6M | 75% |
| Taiwan | $519K | 15% |
| Italy | $177K | 5.2% |
| Turkey | $85K | 2.5% |
| United Kingdom | $50K | 1.5% |
| Tunisia | $20K | 0.6% |
| Egypt | $9K | 0.3% |
| Netherlands | $2K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $1K | 0% |
| Denmark | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.95 per kg, 47% below the world average of $3.68, 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 self-tapping screw imports (HS 7318.14): 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 7318.14: Iron or steel: threaded self-tapping screws.
Common questions
What is the value of self-tapping screw imported by Libya?
Libya imported self-tapping screw worth $3.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 77th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply self-tapping screw to Libya?
China was the largest supplier with 75% of the value ($2.6 million), followed by Taiwan (15%) and Italy (5%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. Tunisia grew fastest among the top ten, up 332% on the year.
What is the average import price of self-tapping screw per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.95 per kg in 2024, 47% below the world average of $3.68 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of self-tapping screw to Libya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $725 thousand in 2017 to $3.4 million in 2024, an increase of 372%. The peak was 2022 at $4.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for self-tapping screw?
The HS code for self-tapping screw is subheading 7318.14. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7318 page.
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