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Libya: Metal Link Chain Market 2024

Metal Link Chain Market Size in Libya

After four years of growth, the Libyan metal link chain market decreased by -47.9% to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, consumption, however, showed a moderate increase. Metal link chain consumption peaked at $X in 2020, and then contracted significantly in the following year.

Metal Link Chain Exports

Exports from Libya

After two years of decline, shipments abroad of iron or steel articulated link chain decreased by 0% to X tons in 2017. Over the period under review, exports saw a significant increase. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2015. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure in 2017 and are likely to continue growth in years to come.

In value terms, metal link chain exports amounted to $X in 2017. In general, exports showed significant growth. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2015. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs in 2017 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Malta (X tons) was the main destination for metal link chain exports from Libya, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2014 to 2017, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Malta was relatively modest.

From 2014 to 2017, the average annual growth rate of value to Malta was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average metal link chain export price stood at $X per ton in 2017, remaining constant against the previous year. In general, the export price saw a abrupt contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 a decrease of 99.9%. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2017, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2014 to 2017, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Malta amounted to 0.0% per year.

Metal Link Chain Imports

Imports into Libya

In 2021, supplies from abroad of iron or steel articulated link chain decreased by -34.9% to X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a noticeable increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when imports increased by 468%. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2018 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, metal link chain imports shrank remarkably to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, enjoyed noticeable growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by 442% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2020, and then dropped notably in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2021, the United States (X tons) was the main supplier of metal link chain to Libya, accounting for a 90% share of total imports. Moreover, metal link chain imports from the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Portugal (X tons), more than tenfold. The United Arab Emirates (X kg) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 1.9% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from the United States amounted to +77.1%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Portugal (0.0% per year) and the United Arab Emirates (+108.6% per year).

In value terms, the United States ($X) constituted the largest supplier of iron or steel articulated link chain to Libya, comprising 81% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by the United Arab Emirates ($X), with a 6.4% share of total imports. It was followed by Portugal, with a 5.9% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from the United States stood at +58.5%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the United Arab Emirates (+126.2% per year) and Portugal (0.0% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average metal link chain import price amounted to $X per ton, waning by -33.1% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import price indicated a noticeable increase from 2012 to 2021: its price increased at an average annual rate of +2.0% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the average import price increased by 59% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2020, and then fell sharply in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton), while the price for the United States ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by France (+11.2%), 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 iron or steel articulated link chain in the world?

China remains the largest metal link chain consuming country worldwide, accounting for 31% of total volume. Moreover, metal link chain consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 12% share.

What are the largest producers of iron or steel articulated link chain in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of metal link chain production, comprising approx. 38% of total volume. Moreover, metal link chain production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the United States, with an 11% share.

What are the leading suppliers of iron or steel articulated link chain to Libya?

In value terms, the United States constituted the largest supplier of metal link chain to Libya, comprising 86% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Portugal, with a 6.3% share of total imports. It was followed by the UK, with a 3.9% share.

What is the average export price for iron or steel articulated link chain in Libya?

In 2017, the average metal link chain export price amounted to $7,809 per ton, approximately mirroring the previous year.

What is the average import price for iron or steel articulated link chain in Libya?

In 2021, the average metal link chain import price amounted to $9,756 per ton, with a decrease of -6.2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the metal link chain 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 28152170 - Iron or steel articulated link chain (excluding roller chain)

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
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
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 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
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, 2012–2023
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023