Breakfast cereals imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tunisia imported breakfast cereals worth $3.3 million (1.6 thousand tonnes). That is 16% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% 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 | $3.3M | 1.6K t |
| 2023 | $3.9M | 2.5K t |
| 2022 | $3.5M | 1.3K t |
| 2021 | $2.3M | 1.2K t |
| 2020 | $2.6M | 1.5K t |
| 2019 | $1.7M | 991 t |
| 2018 | $2.1M | 2.4K t |
| 2017 | $1.7M | 1.2K t |
Where Tunisia imports breakfast cereals from
The largest suppliers were Egypt (25%), Turkey (18%), Poland (12%). Among the main suppliers, Thailand grew fastest (+379% on the year before).
Product types under HS 1904
| 1904.10 | Puffed cereals | 61% |
| 1904.30 | Puffed grains (non-maize) | 19% |
| 1904.90 | Prepared grain cereals | 11% |
| 1904.20 | Cereal flakes | 9.7% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 1904.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.09 per kg, 31% below the world average of $3.04, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Breakfast cereals exports from Tunisia
Exports of breakfast cereals by Tunisia reached $577 thousand in 2024 (392 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Libya (48%), Canada (13%), France (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Libya grew fastest (+330% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Libya | $278K | 48% |
| Canada | $75K | 13% |
| France | $70K | 12% |
| Burkina Faso | $68K | 12% |
| United States | $27K | 4.7% |
| Algeria | $14K | 2.5% |
| Belgium | $12K | 2.1% |
| Republic of the Congo | $8K | 1.4% |
| Morocco | $5K | 0.9% |
| Palestine | $5K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia breakfast cereals imports (HS 1904): 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 1904: Prepared foods obtained by swelling or roasting cereals or cereal products (e.g. corn flakes); cereals (other than maize (corn)) in grain form or in the form of flakes or other worked grains (not flour and meal), pre-cooked or otherwise prepared, n.e.c..
Common questions
What is the value of breakfast cereals imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported breakfast cereals worth $3.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 127th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply breakfast cereals to Tunisia?
Egypt was the largest supplier with 25% of the value ($823 thousand), followed by Turkey (18%) and Poland (12%). The top three together account for 55%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 379% on the year.
What is the average import price of breakfast cereals per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.09 per kg in 2024, 31% below the world average of $3.04 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of breakfast cereals to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.7 million in 2017 to $3.3 million in 2024, an increase of 95%. The peak was 2023 at $3.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.6 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export breakfast cereals?
Yes. Tunisia exported $577 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Libya, Canada and France. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $2.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for breakfast cereals?
The HS code for breakfast cereals is heading 1904. In Tunisia the largest six-digit codes were 1904.10 (61% of the value) and 1904.30 (19%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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