Alcohol imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tunisia imported alcohol worth $19.5 million (13.8 thousand tonnes). That is 16% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 17% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $26.7 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 | $19.5M | 13.8K t |
| 2023 | $16.9M | 11.5K t |
| 2022 | $26.7M | 12.7K t |
| 2021 | $18.0M | 10.1K t |
| 2020 | $19.9M | 16.7K t |
| 2019 | $23.4M | 18.8K t |
| 2018 | $17.9M | 12.1K t |
| 2017 | $6.6M | 5.4K t |
Where Tunisia imports alcohol from
Most of the value came from China (25%), Netherlands (13%), Spain (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 48%. Among the main suppliers, Sweden grew fastest (+209% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.0M | 26% |
| Netherlands | $2.6M | 13% |
| Spain | $1.8M | 9.2% |
| France | $1.8M | 9.2% |
| Germany | $1.4M | 7.4% |
| Brazil | $1.0M | 5.3% |
| Sweden | $966K | 5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $857K | 4.4% |
| United States | $832K | 4.3% |
| South Korea | $532K | 2.7% |
Product types under HS 2905
| 2905.42 | Pentaerythritol | 14% |
| 2905.12 | Propanol | 12% |
| 2905.19 | Saturated monohydric alcohols (other) | 11% |
| 2905.16 | Octanol | 10% |
| 2905.43 | Mannitol | 10% |
| 2905.45 | Glycerol (HS 2905.45) | 9.2% |
| 2905.32 | Propylene glycol | 8% |
| 2905.44 | Pure sorbitol | 7.9% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 2905.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.41 per kg, 152% above the world average of $0.56. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Alcohol exports from Tunisia
Tunisia exported $296 thousand of alcohol in 2024 (262 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Algeria accounted for 52% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Benin grew fastest (+306% on the year before).
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The shipment records behind Tunisia alcohol imports (HS 2905): 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 2905: Acyclic alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives.
Common questions
What is the value of alcohol imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported alcohol worth $19.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 13.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 69th of 211 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply alcohol to Tunisia?
China was the largest supplier with 25% of the value ($5.0 million), followed by the Netherlands (13%) and Spain (9%). The top three together account for 48%, out of 41 supplier countries in total. Sweden grew fastest among the top ten, up 209% on the year.
What is the average import price of alcohol per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.41 per kg in 2024, 152% above the world average of $0.56 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of alcohol to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.6 million in 2017 to $19.5 million in 2024, an increase of 195%. The peak was 2022 at $26.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $18.6 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export alcohol?
Yes. Tunisia exported $296 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Algeria, Libya and Tanzania. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $19.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for alcohol?
The HS code for alcohol is heading 2905. In Tunisia the largest six-digit codes were 2905.42 (14% of the value) and 2905.12 (12%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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