Aluminium structural sections imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of aluminium structural sections by Tunisia reached $11.4 million in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). That is 15% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2020, at $16.9 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 | $11.4M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $10.0M | 1.2K t |
| 2022 | $11.5M | 1.7K t |
| 2021 | $13.0M | 2.5K t |
| 2020 | $16.9M | 4.6K t |
| 2019 | $11.9M | 3.0K t |
| 2018 | $13.5M | 3.0K t |
| 2017 | $7.9M | 1.3K t |
Where Tunisia imports aluminium structural sections from
Most of the value came from Spain (24%), Italy (19%), France (16%). Among the main suppliers, Ireland grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $2.7M | 24% |
| Italy | $2.1M | 19% |
| France | $1.9M | 16% |
| Turkey | $1.0M | 9.2% |
| Germany | $654K | 5.7% |
| Poland | $521K | 4.6% |
| China | $411K | 3.6% |
| Portugal | $351K | 3.1% |
| Ireland | $326K | 2.9% |
| Sweden | $284K | 2.5% |
Product types under HS 7610
| 7610.90 | Aluminium structural parts | 83% |
| 7610.10 | Aluminium doors and windows | 17% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7610.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.86 per kg, 37% above the world average of $7.18. 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 structural sections exports from Tunisia
In 2024, Tunisia exported aluminium structural sections worth $10.5 million (1.1 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Libya (25%), France (19%), DR Congo (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Benin grew fastest (+422% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Libya | $2.6M | 25% |
| France | $2.0M | 19% |
| DR Congo | $1.4M | 14% |
| Senegal | $1.1M | 10% |
| Equatorial Guinea | $376K | 3.6% |
| Benin | $371K | 3.6% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $365K | 3.5% |
| Mali | $330K | 3.2% |
| Sweden | $317K | 3% |
| Belgium | $292K | 2.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia aluminium structural sections imports (HS 7610): 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 7610: Aluminium; structures (excluding prefabricated buildings of heading no. 9406) and parts (e.g. bridges and sections, towers, lattice masts, etc) plates, rods, profiles and tubes for structures.
Common questions
What is the value of aluminium structural sections imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported aluminium structural sections worth $11.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 104th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply aluminium structural sections to Tunisia?
Spain was the largest supplier with 24% of the value ($2.7 million), followed by Italy (19%) and France (16%). The top three together account for 59%, out of 28 supplier countries in total. Portugal grew fastest among the top ten, up 373% on the year.
What is the average import price of aluminium structural sections per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.86 per kg in 2024, 37% above the world average of $7.18 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of aluminium structural sections to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.9 million in 2017 to $11.4 million in 2024, an increase of 45%. The peak was 2020 at $16.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $12.0 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export aluminium structural sections?
Yes. Tunisia exported $10.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Libya, France and the DR Congo. That compares with imports of $11.4 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for aluminium structural sections?
The HS code for aluminium structural sections is heading 7610. In Tunisia the largest six-digit codes were 7610.90 (83% of the value) and 7610.10 (17%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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