Copper ingots imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tunisia imported copper ingots worth $11.1 million (1.0 thousand tonnes). Value rose 8% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% 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 | $11.1M | 1.0K t |
| 2023 | $10.3M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $10.3M | 1.2K t |
| 2021 | $10.2M | 1.3K t |
| 2020 | $5.8M | 1.1K t |
| 2019 | $5.8M | 1.0K t |
| 2018 | $6.1M | 988 t |
| 2017 | $4.4M | 783 t |
Where Tunisia imports copper ingots from
Spain alone supplied 53% of it. Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+92% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $5.9M | 54% |
| Italy | $2.3M | 21% |
| France | $2.0M | 18% |
| China | $470K | 4.2% |
| India | $251K | 2.3% |
| Portugal | $141K | 1.3% |
| Germany | $19K | 0.2% |
| Finland | $12K | 0.1% |
| Sweden | $7K | 0.1% |
Product types under HS 7403
| 7403.11 | Copper: refined, unwrought, cathodes and sections of cathodes | 51% |
| 7403.21 | Brass ingots | 43% |
| 7403.22 | Bronze ingots | 3% |
| 7403.19 | Refined copper other forms | 1.7% |
| 7403.29 | Copper alloy ingots other | 1.4% |
| 7403.12 | Copper wire-bars | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7403.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.95 per kg, 20% above the world average of $9.12. 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 ingots exports from Tunisia
Exports of copper ingots by Tunisia reached $971 thousand in 2024 (126 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United Arab Emirates accounted for 86% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $840K | 87% |
| France | $97K | 10% |
| Algeria | $26K | 2.7% |
| Malaysia | $8K | 0.8% |
| Morocco | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia copper ingots imports (HS 7403): 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 7403: Copper; refined and copper alloys, unwrought.
Common questions
What is the value of copper ingots imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported copper ingots worth $11.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 57th of 184 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply copper ingots to Tunisia?
Spain was the largest supplier with 53% of the value ($5.9 million), followed by Italy (21%) and France (18%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 933% on the year.
What is the average import price of copper ingots per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.95 per kg in 2024, 20% above the world average of $9.12 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 ingots to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.4 million in 2017 to $11.1 million in 2024, an increase of 151%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $8.0 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export copper ingots?
Yes. Tunisia exported $971 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, France and Algeria. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $10.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for copper ingots?
The HS code for copper ingots is heading 7403. In Tunisia the largest six-digit codes were 7403.11 (51% of the value) and 7403.21 (43%).
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