Electromagnet imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of electromagnet by Tunisia reached $11.0 million in 2024 (302 tonnes). Value fell 5% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $13.8 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 | $11.0M | 302 t |
| 2023 | $11.7M | 313 t |
| 2022 | $13.8M | 371 t |
| 2021 | $8.1M | 311 t |
| 2020 | $6.5M | 244 t |
| 2019 | $7.7M | 609 t |
| 2018 | $5.8M | 282 t |
| 2017 | $4.6M | 404 t |
Where Tunisia imports electromagnet from
Most of the value came from France (36%), China (32%), Sweden (13%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+287% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $4.0M | 36% |
| China | $3.6M | 32% |
| Sweden | $1.4M | 13% |
| India | $445K | 4% |
| Germany | $375K | 3.4% |
| Italy | $326K | 3% |
| United States | $237K | 2.2% |
| Austria | $181K | 1.6% |
| Romania | $89K | 0.8% |
| Netherlands | $77K | 0.7% |
Product types under HS 8505
| 8505.90 | Electromagnets and holding devices | 60% |
| 8505.19 | Non-metal permanent magnets | 19% |
| 8505.11 | Permanent metal magnets | 18% |
| 8505.20 | Electromagnetic clutches and brakes | 4.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8505.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $36.59 per kg, 135% above the world average of $15.58. 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.
Electromagnet exports from Tunisia
Exports of electromagnet by Tunisia reached $4.2 million in 2024 (361 tonnes). China alone took 53% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.2M | 53% |
| France | $1.7M | 41% |
| Italy | $76K | 1.8% |
| Czech Republic | $61K | 1.5% |
| Portugal | $40K | 0.9% |
| United States | $29K | 0.7% |
| Germany | $12K | 0.3% |
| Morocco | $11K | 0.3% |
| Libya | $5K | 0.1% |
| Algeria | $5K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia electromagnet imports (HS 8505): 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 8505: Electro-magnets; permanent magnets, intended permanent magnets; electro-magnetic, permanent magnet chucks, clamps, similar; electromagnetic couplings, clutches, brakes; electro-magnetic lifting heads.
Common questions
What is the value of electromagnet imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported electromagnet worth $11.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 302 tonnes. That ranks it 52nd of 220 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply electromagnet to Tunisia?
France was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($4.0 million), followed by China (32%) and Sweden (13%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. Romania grew fastest among the top ten, up 483% on the year.
What is the average import price of electromagnet per kg?
The average declared import value was about $36.59 per kg in 2024, 135% above the world average of $15.58 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of electromagnet to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.6 million in 2017 to $11.0 million in 2024, an increase of 140%. The peak was 2022 at $13.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.6 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export electromagnet?
Yes. Tunisia exported $4.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to China, France and Italy. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $6.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for electromagnet?
The HS code for electromagnet is heading 8505. In Tunisia the largest six-digit codes were 8505.90 (59% of the value) and 8505.19 (19%).
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