Electrical insulators imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tunisia imported electrical insulators worth $5.5 million (280 tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% 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 | $5.5M | 280 t |
| 2023 | $5.4M | 402 t |
| 2022 | $2.7M | 217 t |
| 2021 | $2.4M | 200 t |
| 2020 | $5.8M | 2.0K t |
| 2019 | $1.8M | 205 t |
| 2018 | $4.2M | 1.8K t |
| 2017 | $2.5M | 1.2K t |
Where Tunisia imports electrical insulators from
One supplier dominates: France accounted for 53% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+891% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $2.9M | 53% |
| China | $846K | 16% |
| Turkey | $369K | 6.7% |
| Egypt | $325K | 5.9% |
| Switzerland | $254K | 4.7% |
| Spain | $213K | 3.9% |
| Italy | $201K | 3.7% |
| Germany | $97K | 1.8% |
| Czech Republic | $90K | 1.6% |
| United Kingdom | $84K | 1.5% |
Product types under HS 8546
| 8546.90 | Insulators (other materials) | 88% |
| 8546.20 | Ceramic insulators | 6.8% |
| 8546.10 | Glass insulators | 5.3% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8546.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $19.54 per kg, 228% above the world average of $5.96. 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.
Electrical insulators exports from Tunisia
In 2024, Tunisia exported electrical insulators worth $2.2 million (289 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Italy accounted for 66% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $1.4M | 66% |
| Libya | $252K | 12% |
| Republic of the Congo | $235K | 11% |
| Togo | $72K | 3.3% |
| Morocco | $71K | 3.3% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $22K | 1% |
| Burkina Faso | $22K | 1% |
| Egypt | $20K | 0.9% |
| Turkey | $10K | 0.5% |
| Gabon | $6K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia electrical insulators imports (HS 8546): 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 8546: Electrical insulators of any material.
Common questions
What is the value of electrical insulators imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported electrical insulators worth $5.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 280 tonnes. That ranks it 72nd of 212 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply electrical insulators to Tunisia?
France was the largest supplier with 53% of the value ($2.9 million), followed by China (15%) and Turkey (7%). The top three together account for 75%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 891% on the year.
What is the average import price of electrical insulators per kg?
The average declared import value was about $19.54 per kg in 2024, 228% above the world average of $5.96 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of electrical insulators to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.5 million in 2017 to $5.5 million in 2024, an increase of 121%. The peak was 2020 at $5.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.8 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export electrical insulators?
Yes. Tunisia exported $2.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Italy, Libya and the Republic of the Congo. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $3.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for electrical insulators?
The HS code for electrical insulators is heading 8546. In Tunisia the largest six-digit codes were 8546.90 (88% of the value) and 8546.20 (7%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For Tunisia, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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