Washing machine imports in Libya: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of washing machine by Libya reached $35.0 million in 2024 (10.1 thousand tonnes). That is 36% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $54.8 million.
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 | $35.0M | 10.1K t |
| 2023 | $54.8M | 16.1K t |
| 2022 | $36.6M | 10.3K t |
| 2021 | $26.8M | 8.7K t |
| 2020 | $14.1M | 4.9K t |
| 2019 | $43.9M | 12.0K t |
| 2018 | $23.9M | 7.2K t |
| 2017 | $15.4M | 4.9K t |
Where Libya imports washing machine from
The largest suppliers were Turkey (36%), Egypt (32%), China (22%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+31% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $12.4M | 36% |
| Egypt | $11.3M | 32% |
| China | $7.6M | 22% |
| Tunisia | $1.1M | 3.3% |
| United Kingdom | $626K | 1.8% |
| Italy | $592K | 1.7% |
| Thailand | $462K | 1.3% |
| United States | $375K | 1.1% |
| Czech Republic | $154K | 0.4% |
| Germany | $130K | 0.4% |
Product types under HS 8450
| 8450.11 | Fully automatic washing machines (small) | 50% |
| 8450.19 | Semi-automatic washing machines (small) | 28% |
| 8450.20 | Large capacity washing machines | 15% |
| 8450.12 | Washing machines with dryer (small) | 4.5% |
| 8450.90 | Washing machine parts | 2.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8450.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.45 per kg, 21% below the world average of $4.36, 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 washing machine imports (HS 8450): 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 8450: Household or laundry-type washing machines; including machines which both wash and dry.
Common questions
What is the value of washing machine imported by Libya?
Libya imported washing machine worth $35.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 10.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 76th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 36% on 2023.
Which countries supply washing machine to Libya?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($12.4 million), followed by Egypt (32%) and China (22%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 297% on the year.
What is the average import price of washing machine per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.45 per kg in 2024, 21% below the world average of $4.36 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of washing machine to Libya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $15.4 million in 2017 to $35.0 million in 2024, an increase of 127%. The peak was 2023 at $54.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $31.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for washing machine?
The HS code for washing machine is heading 8450. In Libya the largest six-digit codes were 8450.11 (50% of the value) and 8450.19 (28%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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