Amino acids (other) imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tunisia imported amino acids (other) worth $3.9 million (232 tonnes). That is 49% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% a year on average.
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 | $3.9M | 232 t |
| 2023 | $2.6M | 324 t |
| 2022 | $2.8M | 618 t |
| 2021 | $1.8M | 454 t |
| 2020 | $2.8M | 473 t |
| 2019 | $3.4M | 657 t |
| 2018 | $2.1M | 326 t |
| 2017 | $1.3M | 157 t |
Where Tunisia imports amino acids (other) from
China alone supplied 55% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+94% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.2M | 55% |
| Germany | $563K | 15% |
| Taiwan | $330K | 8.5% |
| India | $326K | 8.4% |
| United States | $99K | 2.6% |
| Turkey | $80K | 2% |
| Italy | $75K | 1.9% |
| Spain | $69K | 1.8% |
| Japan | $52K | 1.3% |
| Netherlands | $40K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $16.74 per kg, 287% above the world average of $4.33. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia amino acids (other) imports (HS 2922.49): 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 2922.49: Amino-acids, other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function, their esters: salts thereof, excluding lysine, glutamic acid, anthranalic acid and tilidine, their esters and salts thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of amino acids (other) imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported amino acids (other) worth $3.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 232 tonnes. That ranks it 68th of 188 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 49% on 2023.
Which countries supply amino acids (other) to Tunisia?
China was the largest supplier with 55% of the value ($2.2 million), followed by Germany (14%) and Taiwan (8%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 454% on the year.
What is the average import price of amino acids (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $16.74 per kg in 2024, 287% above the world average of $4.33 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of amino acids (other) to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.3 million in 2017 to $3.9 million in 2024, an increase of 189%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for amino acids (other)?
The HS code for amino acids (other) is subheading 2922.49. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2922 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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