Stainless steel scrap exports from Libya: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Libya exported stainless steel scrap worth $2.6 million (2.2 thousand tonnes). That is 10% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $58.8 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2.6M | 2.2K t |
| 2023 | $2.9M | 1.6K t |
| 2022 | $58.8M | 116.9K t |
| 2021 | $29.8M | 64.0K t |
| 2020 | $7.2M | 22.0K t |
| 2019 | $2.8M | 1.8K t |
| 2018 | $2.9M | 1.9K t |
| 2017 | $3.4M | 3.8K t |
Where Libya exports stainless steel scrap to
Most of it went to Spain (35%), Turkey (33%), India (24%). Among the main buyer markets, Spain grew fastest (+690% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $904K | 35% |
| Turkey | $856K | 33% |
| India | $620K | 24% |
| Italy | $115K | 4.4% |
| Netherlands | $100K | 3.8% |
| Germany | $11K | 0.4% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.19 per kg, close to the world average of $1.41.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Stainless steel scrap imports to Libya
In 2024, Libya imported stainless steel scrap worth $272 thousand (194 tonnes). Kazakhstan alone supplied 100% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kazakhstan | $272K | 100% |
Who is behind these numbers in Libya?
The shipment records behind Libya stainless steel scrap exports (HS 7204.21): 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 7204.21: Ferrous waste and scrap: of stainless steel.
Common questions
What is the value of stainless steel scrap exported by Libya?
Libya exported stainless steel scrap worth $2.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 82nd of 177 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 10% on 2023.
Which countries buy stainless steel scrap from Libya?
Spain was the largest buyer with 35% of the value ($904 thousand), followed by Turkey (33%) and India (24%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 6 buyer countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 690% on the year.
What is the average export price of stainless steel scrap per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.19 per kg in 2024, 16% below the world average of $1.41 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of stainless steel scrap from Libya changed since 2017?
Exports went from $3.4 million in 2017 to $2.6 million in 2024, a fall of 23%. The peak was 2022 at $58.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $13.8 million a year.
Does Libya also import stainless steel scrap?
Yes. Libya imported $272 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Kazakhstan. On balance Libya is a net exporter of this product, by about $2.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for stainless steel scrap?
The HS code for stainless steel scrap is subheading 7204.21. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7204 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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