Steel U-sections imports in Libya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Libya imported steel u-sections worth $2.7 million (4.0 thousand tonnes). That is 40% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 65% 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 | $2.7M | 4.0K t |
| 2023 | $1.9M | 2.6K t |
| 2022 | $1.2M | 1.3K t |
| 2021 | $728K | 975 t |
| 2020 | $520K | 980 t |
| 2019 | $372K | 640 t |
| 2018 | $147K | 207 t |
| 2017 | $84K | 184 t |
Where Libya imports steel u-sections from
One supplier dominates: Turkey accounted for 85% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+189% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $2.3M | 85% |
| Spain | $278K | 10% |
| China | $105K | 3.9% |
| India | $6K | 0.2% |
| Italy | $5K | 0.2% |
| South Korea | $4K | 0.2% |
| United Kingdom | $2K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.67 per kg, close to the world average of $0.78.
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 steel u-sections imports (HS 7216.31): 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 7216.31: Iron or non-alloy steel: U sections, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or extruded, of a height of 80mm or more.
Common questions
What is the value of steel u-sections imported by Libya?
Libya imported steel u-sections worth $2.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 86th of 198 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 40% on 2023.
Which countries supply steel u-sections to Libya?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 85% of the value ($2.3 million), followed by Spain (10%) and China (4%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 7 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 189% on the year.
What is the average import price of steel u-sections per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.67 per kg in 2024, 14% below the world average of $0.78 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of steel u-sections to Libya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $84 thousand in 2017 to $2.7 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $964 thousand a year.
Does Libya also export steel u-sections?
Yes. Libya exported $408 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Egypt and Tunisia. On balance Libya is a net importer of this product, by about $2.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for steel u-sections?
The HS code for steel u-sections is subheading 7216.31. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7216 page.
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