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Libya: Market for Nutmeg, Mace And Cardamoms 2025

Market Size for Nutmeg, Mace And Cardamoms in Libya

In 2022, after three years of growth, there was decline in the Libyan nutmeg, mace and cardamom market, when its value decreased by -4.9% to $X. Over the period under review, consumption recorded a sharp slump. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Exports of Nutmeg, Mace And Cardamoms

Exports from Libya

In 2015, exports of nutmeg, mace and cardamoms from Libya contracted notably to less than X kg, falling by 99.9% on 2014 figures. In general, exports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The exports peaked at X tons in 2014, and then dropped dramatically in the following year.

In value terms, nutmeg, mace and cardamom exports declined dramatically to $X in 2015. Over the period under review, exports recorded a dramatic setback. The exports peaked at $X in 2014, and then shrank rapidly in the following year.

Imports of Nutmeg, Mace And Cardamoms

Imports into Libya

In 2022, purchases abroad of nutmeg, mace and cardamoms decreased by -1.4% to X tons, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of growth. In general, imports showed a significant contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when imports increased by 32%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, nutmeg, mace and cardamom imports contracted to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports saw a abrupt curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 32%. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

Guatemala (X tons), the United Arab Emirates (X tons) and India (X kg) were the main suppliers of nutmeg, mace and cardamom imports to Libya, with a combined 98% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for India (with a CAGR of +11.5%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) constituted the largest supplier of nutmeg, mace and cardamoms to Libya, comprising 68% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Guatemala ($X), with a 28% share of total imports. It was followed by India, with a 3.6% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from the United Arab Emirates stood at -2.0%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Guatemala (-28.4% per year) and India (+19.1% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average nutmeg, mace and cardamom import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, reducing by -5.2% against the previous year. In general, import price indicated a temperate increase from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +3.9% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, nutmeg, mace and cardamom import price increased by +35.4% against 2020 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 an increase of 46%. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2021, and then dropped in the following year.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United Arab Emirates (+12.0%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for nutmeg, mace and cardamoms in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of nutmeg, mace and cardamom consumption in 2021 were India, China and Indonesia, with a combined 47% share of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of nutmeg, mace and cardamoms in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of nutmeg, mace and cardamom production in 2021 were Indonesia, India and Guatemala, with a combined 83% share of global production. These countries were followed by Nepal, Sri Lanka, Lao People's Democratic Republic and Myanmar, which together accounted for a further 12%.

What are the leading suppliers of nutmeg, mace and cardamoms to Libya?

In value terms, the largest nutmeg, mace and cardamom suppliers to Libya were the United Arab Emirates, Guatemala and India, together comprising 97% of total imports.

What is the average export price for nutmeg, mace and cardamoms in Libya?

The average nutmeg, mace and cardamom export price stood at $5,732 per ton in 2014, standing approx. at the previous year.

What is the average import price for nutmeg, mace and cardamoms in Libya?

The average nutmeg, mace and cardamom import price stood at $13,305 per ton in 2021, picking up by 29% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for nutmeg, mace and cardamom 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:

FCL 702 - Nutmeg, mace, cardamoms

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

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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND THE 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: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. MARKET STRUCTURE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
3. TRADE BALANCE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2035
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION

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 PRODUCTS
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCTS
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORTS
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. COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
4. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
5. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Export
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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: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
8. IMPORTS

The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
9. EXPORTS

The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
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: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
3. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
4. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
7. Import Prices, By Country, 2012-2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
10. Exports Prices, By Country, 2012-2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
2. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply Vs. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply Vs. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
5. Trade Balance, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
6. Trade Balance, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
7. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2035
9. Market Value Forecast to 2035
10. Market Size and Growth, by Product
11. Average Per Capita Consumption, by Product
12. Exports and Growth, by Product
13. Export Prices and Growth, by Product
14. Production Volume and Growth
15. Yield and Growth
16. Exports and Growth
17. Export Prices and Growth
18. Market Size and Growth
19. Per Capita Consumption
20. Imports and Growth
21. Import Prices
22. Production, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
23. Production, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
24. Harvested Area: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
25. Yield: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
26. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
27. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
28. Imports, in Physical Terms, by Country, 2024
29. Imports, in Physical Terms, by Country, 2012-2024
30. Imports, in Value Terms, by Country, 2012-2024
31. Import Prices, by Country, 2012-2024
32. Exports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
33. Exports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
34. Exports, in Physical Terms, by Country, 2024
35. Exports, in Physical Terms, by Country, 2012-2024
36. Exports, in Value Terms, by Country, 2012-2024
37. Export Prices, by Country, 2012-2024