Copper rods imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tunisia imported copper rods worth $34.2 million (3.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 29% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 25% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $248.9 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 | $34.2M | 3.8K t |
| 2023 | $26.6M | 2.8K t |
| 2022 | $26.6M | 2.4K t |
| 2021 | $26.9M | 3.0K t |
| 2020 | $17.5M | 3.2K t |
| 2019 | $17.1M | 2.8K t |
| 2018 | $21.9M | 3.1K t |
| 2017 | $248.9M | 41.4K t |
Where Tunisia imports copper rods from
Most of the value came from Italy (38%), Germany (25%), France (18%). Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+68% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $13.0M | 38% |
| Germany | $8.5M | 25% |
| France | $6.1M | 18% |
| Spain | $4.8M | 14% |
| Saudi Arabia | $458K | 1.3% |
| Turkey | $320K | 0.9% |
| United Kingdom | $203K | 0.6% |
| Andorra | $187K | 0.6% |
| Morocco | $168K | 0.5% |
| China | $107K | 0.3% |
Product types under HS 7407
| 7407.21 | Brass rods | 68% |
| 7407.10 | Copper: bars, rods and profiles, of refined copper | 29% |
| 7407.29 | Copper alloy rods | 2.7% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7407.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.94 per kg, close to the world average of $9.24.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Copper rods exports from Tunisia
Tunisia exported $307 thousand of copper rods in 2024 (26 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were United States (42%), France (27%), Italy (14%). Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+463% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $128K | 42% |
| France | $82K | 27% |
| Italy | $44K | 14% |
| Gabon | $17K | 5.5% |
| Libya | $12K | 3.7% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $9K | 3% |
| Benin | $5K | 1.6% |
| Morocco | $5K | 1.5% |
| Senegal | $2K | 0.8% |
| Belgium | $1K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia copper rods imports (HS 7407): 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 7407: Copper; bars, rods and profiles.
Common questions
What is the value of copper rods imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported copper rods worth $34.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 41st of 210 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 29% on 2023.
Which countries supply copper rods to Tunisia?
Italy was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($13.0 million), followed by Germany (25%) and France (18%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 873% on the year.
What is the average import price of copper rods per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.94 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $9.24 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of copper rods to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $248.9 million in 2017 to $34.2 million in 2024, a fall of 86%. The peak was 2017 at $248.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $52.5 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export copper rods?
Yes. Tunisia exported $307 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, France and Italy. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $33.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for copper rods?
The HS code for copper rods is heading 7407. In Tunisia the largest six-digit codes were 7407.21 (68% of the value) and 7407.10 (29%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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