Steel semi-finished products exports from Libya: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Libya exported steel semi-finished products worth $35.4 million (46.7 thousand tonnes). Value rose 130% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 115% a year on average.
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 | $35.4M | 46.7K t |
| 2023 | $15.4M | 25.1K t |
| 2022 | $36.1M | 56.6K t |
| 2021 | $17.0M | 25.4K t |
| 2020 | $19.6M | 55.8K t |
| 2019 | $9.8M | 26.1K t |
| 2018 | $1.5M | 3.3K t |
| 2017 | $169K | 445 t |
Where Libya exports steel semi-finished products to
The largest buyer markets were Tunisia (37%), Italy (27%), Turkey (27%). Among the main buyer markets, Italy grew fastest (+89% on the year before).
Product types under HS 7207
| 7207.12 | Low carbon rectangular steel bloom | 54% |
| 7207.19 | Low carbon round steel bloom | 37% |
| 7207.20 | High carbon steel bloom | 8.9% |
| 7207.11 | Low carbon square steel bloom | 0.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7207.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.76 per kg, 27% above the world average of $0.60. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Steel semi-finished products imports to Libya
Libya imported $24.2 million of steel semi-finished products in 2024 (49.7 thousand tonnes). China alone supplied 97% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $23.5M | 97% |
| United Kingdom | $643K | 2.7% |
| Egypt | $40K | 0.2% |
| Turkey | $13K | 0.1% |
| Italy | $1K | 0% |
| Switzerland | $1K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Libya?
The shipment records behind Libya steel semi-finished products exports (HS 7207): 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 7207: Iron or non-alloy steel; semi-finished products thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of steel semi-finished products exported by Libya?
Libya exported steel semi-finished products worth $35.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 46.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 45th of 117 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 130% on 2023.
Which countries buy steel semi-finished products from Libya?
Tunisia was the largest buyer with 37% of the value ($13.2 million), followed by Italy (27%) and Turkey (27%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 4 buyer countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 89% on the year.
What is the average export price of steel semi-finished products per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.76 per kg in 2024, 27% above the world average of $0.60 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of steel semi-finished products from Libya changed since 2017?
Exports went from $169 thousand in 2017 to $35.4 million in 2024. The peak was 2022 at $36.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $16.9 million a year.
Does Libya also import steel semi-finished products?
Yes. Libya imported $24.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, the United Kingdom and Egypt. On balance Libya is a net exporter of this product, by about $11.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for steel semi-finished products?
The HS code for steel semi-finished products is heading 7207. In Libya the largest six-digit codes were 7207.12 (54% of the value) and 7207.19 (37%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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