Video recorder imports in Libya: data, top suppliers and prices
Libya imported $2.9 million of video recorder in 2024 (98 tonnes). That is 16% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% 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 | $2.9M | 98 t |
| 2023 | $2.5M | 78 t |
| 2022 | $1.9M | 48 t |
| 2021 | $2.9M | 77 t |
| 2020 | $1.7M | 60 t |
| 2019 | $3.2M | 229 t |
| 2018 | $2.2M | 86 t |
| 2017 | $1.5M | 16 t |
Where Libya imports video recorder from
China alone supplied 96% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+48% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.8M | 96% |
| Hong Kong | $45K | 1.6% |
| Turkey | $23K | 0.8% |
| United Kingdom | $19K | 0.6% |
| Spain | $18K | 0.6% |
| Lebanon | $13K | 0.4% |
| Germany | $8K | 0.3% |
| South Africa | $3K | 0.1% |
| Taiwan | $1K | 0% |
| Switzerland | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 8521
| 8521.90 | Video recording or reproducing apparatus: other than magnetic tape-type | 100% |
| 8521.10 | Video recording or reproducing apparatus: magnetic tape-type | 0.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8521.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $29.73 per kg, 44% below the world average of $52.72, 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 video recorder imports (HS 8521): 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 8521: Video recording or reproducing apparatus.
Common questions
What is the value of video recorder imported by Libya?
Libya imported video recorder worth $2.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 98 tonnes. That ranks it 85th of 213 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply video recorder to Libya?
China was the largest supplier with 96% of the value ($2.8 million), followed by Hong Kong (2%) and Turkey (1%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 322% on the year.
What is the average import price of video recorder per kg?
The average declared import value was about $29.73 per kg in 2024, 44% below the world average of $52.72 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of video recorder to Libya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.5 million in 2017 to $2.9 million in 2024, an increase of 96%. The peak was 2019 at $3.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for video recorder?
The HS code for video recorder is heading 8521. In Libya the largest six-digit codes were 8521.90 (100% of the value) and 8521.10 (0%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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