Synthetic knit sweater imports in Libya: data, top suppliers and prices
Libya imported $24.1 million of synthetic knit sweater in 2024 (2.0 thousand tonnes). Value rose 22% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 23% 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 | $24.1M | 2.0K t |
| 2023 | $19.7M | 1.7K t |
| 2022 | $14.7M | 1.2K t |
| 2021 | $10.8M | 936 t |
| 2020 | $15.0M | 1.0K t |
| 2019 | $12.7M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $5.4M | 518 t |
| 2017 | $5.5M | 503 t |
Where Libya imports synthetic knit sweater from
China alone supplied 88% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $21.2M | 88% |
| Turkey | $1.5M | 6.4% |
| Egypt | $403K | 1.7% |
| Italy | $350K | 1.5% |
| United Kingdom | $201K | 0.8% |
| Poland | $89K | 0.4% |
| Spain | $84K | 0.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $71K | 0.3% |
| Slovenia | $22K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $16K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.05 per kg, 46% below the world average of $22.33, 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 synthetic knit sweater imports (HS 6110.30): 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 6110.30: Jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles: of man-made fibres, knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic knit sweater imported by Libya?
Libya imported synthetic knit sweater worth $24.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 65th of 214 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 22% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic knit sweater to Libya?
China was the largest supplier with 88% of the value ($21.2 million), followed by Turkey (6%) and Egypt (2%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 34% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic knit sweater per kg?
The average declared import value was about $12.05 per kg in 2024, 46% below the world average of $22.33 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of synthetic knit sweater to Libya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.5 million in 2017 to $24.1 million in 2024, an increase of 338%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $13.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic knit sweater?
The HS code for synthetic knit sweater is subheading 6110.30. It sits in HS chapter 61 (apparel and clothing accessories; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6110 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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