Limited data available; estimated at less than $50,000 USD
Year
2022
Trend
Stable with low volume due to niche use in agriculture and limited demand in Libya.
Special Rates
Preferential Rate
0%
Applicable under specific trade agreements or for agricultural use, subject to documentation and approval by Libyan authorities.
Additional Information
No additional information available.
Last updated: 1 year ago
News and Updates
Recent News
Limited Trade Activity for 2,4-DB Between US and Libya
Recent trade data indicates minimal to no recorded transactions of 4-(2,4-Dichlorophenoxy) butyric acid (2,4-DB) between the United States and Libya in the past year, reflecting limited demand or supply chain constraints.
October 2023
Impact: No significant impact on trade due to the absence of notable transactions or market activity for this chemical between the two countries.
US Export Restrictions and Libya's Import Challenges
General restrictions on chemical exports from the US to certain regions, including Libya, continue to affect niche products like 2,4-DB, with no specific trade deals or shipments reported.
July 2023
Impact: Ongoing restrictions may deter potential trade of 2,4-DB, limiting market access and affecting agricultural sectors reliant on such herbicides.
Libya's Agricultural Sector and Potential for 2,4-DB Imports
Discussions in Libya's agricultural forums highlight a potential need for herbicides like 2,4-DB, but no concrete trade agreements or imports from the US have been finalized.
April 2023
Impact: Trade remains speculative, with potential for future growth if Libya establishes stable import channels with the US for agricultural chemicals.
Policy Updates
US Export Controls on Chemical Substances
The US Department of Commerce maintains export controls on certain chemical substances, including those under HS Code 2918.99.20, to countries like Libya due to security and geopolitical concerns. No specific exemptions for 2,4-DB have been announced.
Date: September 2023
Libya's Import Regulation Framework
Libya's Ministry of Agriculture has updated import regulations for agricultural chemicals, requiring stringent safety and environmental assessments, which could delay or restrict imports of products like 2,4-DB from the US.
