Copper cables imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of copper cables by Tunisia reached $9.0 million in 2024 (696 tonnes). Value rose 74% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% 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 | $9.0M | 696 t |
| 2023 | $5.2M | 473 t |
| 2022 | $6.2M | 616 t |
| 2021 | $5.6M | 427 t |
| 2020 | $2.3M | 323 t |
| 2019 | $6.0M | 428 t |
| 2018 | $3.8M | 454 t |
| 2017 | $2.8M | 531 t |
Where Tunisia imports copper cables from
One supplier dominates: Spain accounted for 54% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+285% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $4.9M | 54% |
| Turkey | $1.8M | 20% |
| Italy | $876K | 9.7% |
| France | $611K | 6.8% |
| Germany | $593K | 6.6% |
| Bulgaria | $196K | 2.2% |
| United Kingdom | $57K | 0.6% |
| Poland | $49K | 0.5% |
| China | $30K | 0.3% |
| Morocco | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.97 per kg, 31% above the world average of $9.92. 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.
Copper cables exports from Tunisia
In 2024, Tunisia exported copper cables worth $1.6 million (73 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Hungary (37%), Morocco (25%), United States (22%). Among the main buyer markets, Hungary grew fastest (+66% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hungary | $586K | 37% |
| Morocco | $394K | 25% |
| United States | $357K | 22% |
| Austria | $224K | 14% |
| Slovenia | $11K | 0.7% |
| Algeria | $10K | 0.6% |
| Germany | $4K | 0.2% |
| Libya | $3K | 0.2% |
| Madagascar | $3K | 0.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia copper cables imports (HS 7413): 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 7413: Copper; stranded wire, cables, plaited bands and the like, not electrically insulated.
Common questions
What is the value of copper cables imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported copper cables worth $9.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 696 tonnes. That ranks it 39th of 205 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 74% on 2023.
Which countries supply copper cables to Tunisia?
Spain was the largest supplier with 54% of the value ($4.9 million), followed by Turkey (19%) and Italy (10%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 285% on the year.
What is the average import price of copper cables per kg?
The average declared import value was about $12.97 per kg in 2024, 31% above the world average of $9.92 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of copper cables to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.8 million in 2017 to $9.0 million in 2024, an increase of 221%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.1 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export copper cables?
Yes. Tunisia exported $1.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Hungary, Morocco and the United States. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $7.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for copper cables?
The HS code for copper cables is heading 7413. In Tunisia all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 7413.00. It sits in HS chapter 74 (copper and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7413 page.
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