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Libya: Metal Filing Cabinet Market 2025

Metal Filing Cabinet Market Size in Libya

The Libyan metal filing cabinet market surged to $X in 2021, growing by 72% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). Over the period under review, consumption saw a tangible expansion. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2020 to 2021, the growth of the market remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Metal Filing Cabinet Exports

Exports from Libya

After two years of growth, overseas shipments of filing cabinets, card-index cabinets or desk equipment of base metal decreased by -6.6% to X kg in 2021. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a drastic downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when exports increased by 631%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, metal filing cabinet exports amounted to $X in 2021. In general, exports saw a significant contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 451%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Ghana (X kg) was the main destination for metal filing cabinet exports from Libya, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Ghana stood at -12.0%.

In value terms, Ghana ($X) also remains the key foreign market for filing cabinets, card-index cabinets or desk equipment of base metal exports from Libya.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Ghana totaled -23.7%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average metal filing cabinet export price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 7.1% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, showed a deep contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 an increase of 37%. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Ghana.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Uganda amounted to +30.9% per year.

Metal Filing Cabinet Imports

Imports into Libya

In 2021, metal filing cabinet imports into Libya skyrocketed to X tons, surging by 43% on the previous year. Overall, imports, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 with an increase of 97% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, metal filing cabinet imports surged to $X in 2021. In general, imports enjoyed a buoyant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 111%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2020 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, China (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of metal filing cabinet to Libya, accounting for a 57% share of total imports. Moreover, metal filing cabinet imports from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Malaysia (X tons), threefold. Spain (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 3.5% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from China amounted to -2.4%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Malaysia (+19.7% per year) and Spain (+17.1% per year).

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of filing cabinets, card-index cabinets or desk equipment of base metal to Libya, comprising 58% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Malaysia ($X), with a 10% share of total imports. It was followed by the UK, with a 10% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from China stood at +6.8%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Malaysia (+13.4% per year) and the UK (+16.2% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average metal filing cabinet import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, jumping by 28% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import price indicated a prominent increase from 2012 to 2021: its price increased at an average annual rate of +6.9% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, metal filing cabinet import price increased by +67.2% against 2018 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 an increase of 48%. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum in 2021 and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Italy ($X per ton), while the price for Spain ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Italy (+25.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for filing cabinets, card-index cabinets or desk equipment of base metal in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were the United States, Italy and Pakistan, with a combined 43% share of global consumption. These countries were followed by China, Japan, Indonesia, France, Turkey, the UK, Iran, Canada, Thailand and Serbia, which together accounted for a further 26%.

What are the largest producers of filing cabinets, card-index cabinets or desk equipment of base metal in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of metal filing cabinet production, accounting for 53% of total volume. Moreover, metal filing cabinet production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Italy, fourfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Pakistan, with a 4.5% share.

What are the leading suppliers of filing cabinets, card-index cabinets or desk equipment of base metal to Libya?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of metal filing cabinet to Libya, comprising 70% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Malaysia, with an 11% share of total imports. It was followed by the UK, with a 10% share.

What are the leading importers of filing cabinets, card-index cabinets or desk equipment of base metal from Libya?

In value terms, Ghana $289) remains the key foreign market for metal filing cabinet exports from Libya.

What is the average export price for filing cabinets, card-index cabinets or desk equipment of base metal in Libya?

In 2021, the average metal filing cabinet export price amounted to $1,032 per ton, with a decrease of -32.7% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for filing cabinets, card-index cabinets or desk equipment of base metal in Libya?

In 2021, the average metal filing cabinet import price amounted to $4,524 per ton, picking up by 7.1% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the metal filing cabinet market in Libya. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 25992200 - Filing cabinets, card-index cabinets... or desk equipment of base metal

Country coverage:

Libya

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Libya
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024