Toxins and microorganism cultures imports in Libya: data, top suppliers and prices
Libya imported $3.1 million of toxins and microorganism cultures in 2024 (19 tonnes). Value rose 18% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% 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 | $3.1M | 19 t |
| 2023 | $2.6M | 19 t |
| 2022 | $2.0M | 11 t |
| 2021 | $3.7M | 11 t |
| 2020 | $2.5M | 8 t |
| 2019 | $859K | 3 t |
| 2018 | $1.6M | 6 t |
| 2017 | $1.4M | 5 t |
Where Libya imports toxins and microorganism cultures from
One supplier dominates: Denmark accounted for 80% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Denmark | $2.5M | 80% |
| Italy | $318K | 10% |
| France | $184K | 5.9% |
| South Korea | $77K | 2.5% |
| Turkey | $11K | 0.3% |
| China | $10K | 0.3% |
| Czech Republic | $5K | 0.2% |
| Belgium | $5K | 0.2% |
| United Kingdom | $3K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $2K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $162.36 per kg, 30% above the world average of $124.82. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Libya?
The shipment records behind Libya toxins and microorganism cultures imports (HS 3002.90): 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 3002.90: Toxins, cultures of micro-organisms (excluding yeasts) and similar products.
Common questions
What is the value of toxins and microorganism cultures imported by Libya?
Libya imported toxins and microorganism cultures worth $3.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 19 tonnes. That ranks it 94th of 211 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply toxins and microorganism cultures to Libya?
Denmark was the largest supplier with 80% of the value ($2.5 million), followed by Italy (10%) and France (6%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 13 supplier countries in total. Denmark grew fastest among the top ten, up 13% on the year.
What is the average import price of toxins and microorganism cultures per kg?
The average declared import value was about $162.36 per kg in 2024, 30% above the world average of $124.82 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of toxins and microorganism cultures to Libya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.4 million in 2017 to $3.1 million in 2024, an increase of 123%. The peak was 2021 at $3.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for toxins and microorganism cultures?
The HS code for toxins and microorganism cultures is subheading 3002.90. It sits in HS chapter 30 (pharmaceutical products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3002 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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