Unsupported catalysts imports in Libya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Libya imported unsupported catalysts worth $2.1 million (161 tonnes). That is 85% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 27% 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 | $2.1M | 161 t |
| 2023 | $1.1M | 164 t |
| 2022 | $286K | 28 t |
| 2021 | $210K | 26 t |
| 2020 | $573K | 18 t |
| 2019 | $793K | 85 t |
| 2018 | $471K | 12 t |
| 2017 | $384K | 12 t |
Where Libya imports unsupported catalysts from
Denmark alone supplied 84% of it. Among the main suppliers, Denmark grew fastest (+156% on the year before).
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.98 per kg, 163% above the world average of $4.94. 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 unsupported catalysts imports (HS 3815.90): 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 3815.90: Reaction initiators, reaction accelerators and catalytic preparations, unsupported, n.e.c. or included.
Common questions
What is the value of unsupported catalysts imported by Libya?
Libya imported unsupported catalysts worth $2.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 161 tonnes. That ranks it 88th of 204 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 85% on 2023.
Which countries supply unsupported catalysts to Libya?
Denmark was the largest supplier with 84% of the value ($1.8 million), followed by China (11%) and Turkey (3%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 385% on the year.
What is the average import price of unsupported catalysts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $12.98 per kg in 2024, 163% above the world average of $4.94 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of unsupported catalysts to Libya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $384 thousand in 2017 to $2.1 million in 2024, an increase of 444%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $742 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for unsupported catalysts?
The HS code for unsupported catalysts is subheading 3815.90. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3815 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for Libya. Tell us your product to see it live.
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