Analytical instruments imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of analytical instruments by Tunisia reached $33.2 million in 2024 (93 tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $42.4 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 | $33.2M | 93 t |
| 2023 | $32.5M | 135 t |
| 2022 | $41.5M | 239 t |
| 2021 | $42.4M | 234 t |
| 2020 | $32.0M | 216 t |
| 2019 | $32.0M | 221 t |
| 2018 | $29.0M | 216 t |
| 2017 | $28.9M | 217 t |
Where Tunisia imports analytical instruments from
Most of the value came from Germany (16%), France (14%), United States (14%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 44%. Among the main suppliers, Finland grew fastest (+113% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $5.4M | 16% |
| France | $4.7M | 14% |
| United States | $4.5M | 14% |
| China | $3.9M | 12% |
| Japan | $3.5M | 11% |
| Denmark | $2.0M | 6% |
| Italy | $1.4M | 4.3% |
| Netherlands | $1.0M | 3.1% |
| Singapore | $956K | 2.9% |
| Finland | $846K | 2.6% |
Product types under HS 9027
| 9027.80 | Material property analyzers | 37% |
| 9027.50 | Optical radiation detector | 20% |
| 9027.90 | Microtomes | 16% |
| 9027.20 | Chromatography equipment | 13% |
| 9027.30 | Spectrometers | 11% |
| 9027.10 | Gas analysis equipment | 3.8% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 9027.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $356.54 per kg, 60% above the world average of $222.98. 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.
Analytical instruments exports from Tunisia
Exports of analytical instruments by Tunisia reached $14.5 million in 2024 (51 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were United States (23%), Italy (16%), Algeria (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 49%. Among the main buyer markets, Norway grew fastest (+618% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $3.4M | 23% |
| Italy | $2.4M | 16% |
| Algeria | $1.3M | 9.3% |
| Iceland | $1.1M | 7.6% |
| Germany | $819K | 5.7% |
| France | $758K | 5.2% |
| Sweden | $724K | 5% |
| Turkey | $710K | 4.9% |
| India | $468K | 3.2% |
| Norway | $387K | 2.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia analytical instruments imports (HS 9027): 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 9027: Instruments and apparatus; for physical or chemical analysis (e.g. polarimeters, spectrometers), for measuring or checking viscosity, porosity, etc, for measuring quantities of heat, sound or light.
Common questions
What is the value of analytical instruments imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported analytical instruments worth $33.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 93 tonnes. That ranks it 78th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply analytical instruments to Tunisia?
Germany was the largest supplier with 16% of the value ($5.4 million), followed by France (14%) and the United States (14%). The top three together account for 44%, out of 53 supplier countries in total. Finland grew fastest among the top ten, up 113% on the year.
What is the average import price of analytical instruments per kg?
The average declared import value was about $356.54 per kg in 2024, 60% above the world average of $222.98 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of analytical instruments to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $28.9 million in 2017 to $33.2 million in 2024, an increase of 15%. The peak was 2021 at $42.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $33.9 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export analytical instruments?
Yes. Tunisia exported $14.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Italy and Algeria. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $18.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for analytical instruments?
The HS code for analytical instruments is heading 9027. In Tunisia the largest six-digit codes were 9027.80 (37% of the value) and 9027.50 (20%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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