Aluminium foil imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tunisia imported aluminium foil worth $24.7 million (4.0 thousand tonnes). That is 8% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $35.3 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 | $24.7M | 4.0K t |
| 2023 | $26.8M | 4.5K t |
| 2022 | $35.3M | 5.7K t |
| 2021 | $22.5M | 4.1K t |
| 2020 | $22.5M | 4.8K t |
| 2019 | $26.5M | 6.7K t |
| 2018 | $23.4M | 4.9K t |
| 2017 | $20.3M | 4.7K t |
Where Tunisia imports aluminium foil from
Most of the value came from China (36%), Italy (24%), France (9%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $8.8M | 36% |
| Italy | $5.8M | 24% |
| France | $2.2M | 8.8% |
| Turkey | $1.9M | 7.7% |
| Belgium | $1.8M | 7.3% |
| Greece | $1.1M | 4.6% |
| Spain | $824K | 3.3% |
| Germany | $771K | 3.1% |
| India | $421K | 1.7% |
| Netherlands | $313K | 1.3% |
Product types under HS 7607
| 7607.19 | Aluminium foil unrolled | 41% |
| 7607.11 | Aluminium foil rolled | 37% |
| 7607.20 | Backed aluminium foil | 22% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7607.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.15 per kg, 28% above the world average of $4.82. 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.
Aluminium foil exports from Tunisia
Exports of aluminium foil by Tunisia reached $6.2 million in 2024 (836 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Algeria accounted for 75% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Algeria | $4.7M | 75% |
| France | $795K | 13% |
| Morocco | $534K | 8.6% |
| Senegal | $66K | 1.1% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $45K | 0.7% |
| Canada | $44K | 0.7% |
| Russia | $40K | 0.6% |
| Benin | $14K | 0.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $11K | 0.2% |
| South Africa | $5K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia aluminium foil imports (HS 7607): 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 7607: Aluminium foil (whether or not printed or backed with paper, paperboard, plastics or similar backing materials) of a thickness (excluding any backing) not exceeding 0.2mm.
Common questions
What is the value of aluminium foil imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported aluminium foil worth $24.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 66th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply aluminium foil to Tunisia?
China was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($8.8 million), followed by Italy (24%) and France (9%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 30 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 30% on the year.
What is the average import price of aluminium foil per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.15 per kg in 2024, 28% above the world average of $4.82 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of aluminium foil to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $20.3 million in 2017 to $24.7 million in 2024, an increase of 22%. The peak was 2022 at $35.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $25.2 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export aluminium foil?
Yes. Tunisia exported $6.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Algeria, France and Morocco. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $18.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for aluminium foil?
The HS code for aluminium foil is heading 7607. In Tunisia the largest six-digit codes were 7607.19 (41% of the value) and 7607.11 (37%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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