Data readers and transcription machines imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of data readers and transcription machines by Tunisia reached $7.2 million in 2024 (24 tonnes). That is 11% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% 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 | $7.2M | 24 t |
| 2023 | $6.5M | 41 t |
| 2022 | $6.6M | 53 t |
| 2021 | $7.7M | 55 t |
| 2020 | $4.5M | 32 t |
| 2019 | $6.1M | 41 t |
| 2018 | $5.6M | 40 t |
| 2017 | $3.5M | 53 t |
Where Tunisia imports data readers and transcription machines from
The largest suppliers were France (30%), China (23%), Italy (17%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+279% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $2.2M | 30% |
| China | $1.7M | 23% |
| Italy | $1.2M | 17% |
| Germany | $979K | 14% |
| Mexico | $234K | 3.2% |
| Poland | $163K | 2.3% |
| United States | $125K | 1.7% |
| Japan | $119K | 1.6% |
| Taiwan | $115K | 1.6% |
| Netherlands | $44K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $304.70 per kg, 99% above the world average of $152.76. 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.
Data readers and transcription machines exports from Tunisia
In 2024, Tunisia exported data readers and transcription machines worth $638 thousand (2 tonnes). United Kingdom alone took 69% of it. Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+96% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $443K | 69% |
| Benin | $64K | 10% |
| France | $27K | 4.3% |
| Equatorial Guinea | $22K | 3.4% |
| Mauritania | $17K | 2.6% |
| United States | $16K | 2.5% |
| Libya | $13K | 2% |
| Niger | $8K | 1.3% |
| Belgium | $7K | 1% |
| Poland | $4K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia data readers and transcription machines imports (HS 8471.90): 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 8471.90: Magnetic or optical readers, machines for transcribing data onto data media in coded form and machines for processing such data, not elsewhere specified or included.
Common questions
What is the value of data readers and transcription machines imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported data readers and transcription machines worth $7.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 24 tonnes. That ranks it 69th of 220 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply data readers and transcription machines to Tunisia?
France was the largest supplier with 30% of the value ($2.2 million), followed by China (23%) and Italy (17%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 279% on the year.
What is the average import price of data readers and transcription machines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $304.70 per kg in 2024, 99% above the world average of $152.76 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of data readers and transcription machines to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.5 million in 2017 to $7.2 million in 2024, an increase of 108%. The peak was 2021 at $7.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.0 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export data readers and transcription machines?
Yes. Tunisia exported $638 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Kingdom, Benin and France. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $6.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for data readers and transcription machines?
The HS code for data readers and transcription machines is subheading 8471.90. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8471 page.
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