Electrical switching apparatus (other) imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of electrical switching apparatus (other) by Tunisia reached $306.7 million in 2024 (6.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 5% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $306.7M | 6.3K t |
| 2023 | $322.5M | 9.7K t |
| 2022 | $348.2M | 12.6K t |
| 2021 | $375.2M | 12.1K t |
| 2020 | $339.2M | 11.3K t |
| 2019 | $370.8M | 13.0K t |
| 2018 | $364.6M | 12.9K t |
| 2017 | $280.9M | 10.6K t |
Where Tunisia imports electrical switching apparatus (other) from
Most of the value came from France (31%), Germany (23%), China (16%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $96.1M | 31% |
| Germany | $71.5M | 23% |
| China | $50.0M | 16% |
| Italy | $41.5M | 14% |
| Spain | $7.3M | 2.4% |
| Slovakia | $4.7M | 1.5% |
| Poland | $3.8M | 1.3% |
| South Korea | $3.4M | 1.1% |
| Czech Republic | $3.0M | 1% |
| United States | $2.8M | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $48.58 per kg, 37% above the world average of $35.57. 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 switching apparatus (other) exports from Tunisia
Tunisia exported $215.0 million of electrical switching apparatus (other) in 2024 (6.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were France (40%), Italy (26%), Germany (13%). Among the main buyer markets, North Macedonia grew fastest (+960% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $85.8M | 40% |
| Italy | $56.4M | 26% |
| Germany | $28.4M | 13% |
| China | $6.0M | 2.8% |
| North Macedonia | $5.2M | 2.4% |
| United States | $4.3M | 2% |
| United Kingdom | $3.2M | 1.5% |
| Mexico | $3.2M | 1.5% |
| Spain | $2.3M | 1.1% |
| Morocco | $2.2M | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia electrical switching apparatus (other) imports (HS 8536.90): 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 8536.90: Electrical apparatus: n.e.c. in heading no. 8536, for switching or protecting electrical circuits, for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts.
Common questions
What is the value of electrical switching apparatus (other) imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported electrical switching apparatus (other) worth $306.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 31st of 223 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply electrical switching apparatus (other) to Tunisia?
France was the largest supplier with 31% of the value ($96.1 million), followed by Germany (23%) and China (16%). The top three together account for 71%, out of 68 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 33% on the year.
What is the average import price of electrical switching apparatus (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $48.58 per kg in 2024, 37% above the world average of $35.57 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of electrical switching apparatus (other) to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $280.9 million in 2017 to $306.7 million in 2024, an increase of 9%. The peak was 2021 at $375.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $338.5 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export electrical switching apparatus (other)?
Yes. Tunisia exported $215.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, Italy and Germany. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $91.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for electrical switching apparatus (other)?
The HS code for electrical switching apparatus (other) is subheading 8536.90. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8536 page.
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