Food processing machinery parts exports from Tunisia: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Tunisia exported food processing machinery parts worth $19.7 million (254 tonnes). That is 156% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 80% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $19.7M | 254 t |
| 2023 | $7.7M | 112 t |
| 2022 | $2.1M | 36 t |
| 2021 | $450K | 19 t |
| 2020 | $230K | 16 t |
| 2019 | $296K | 31 t |
| 2018 | $449K | 25 t |
| 2017 | $321K | 18 t |
Where Tunisia exports food processing machinery parts to
One buyer market dominates: Italy accounted for 99% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Italy grew fastest (+156% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $19.5M | 99% |
| France | $61K | 0.3% |
| Pakistan | $41K | 0.2% |
| Algeria | $21K | 0.1% |
| Austria | $4K | 0% |
| Turkey | $3K | 0% |
| United States | $2K | 0% |
| Chile | $2K | 0% |
| Saudi Arabia | $2K | 0% |
| Canada | $1K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $77.60 per kg, 195% above the world average of $26.28. 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.
Food processing machinery parts imports to Tunisia
In 2024, Tunisia imported food processing machinery parts worth $11.7 million (976 tonnes). The largest suppliers were France (37%), Italy (36%), Netherlands (9%). Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+265% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $4.3M | 37% |
| Italy | $4.3M | 36% |
| Netherlands | $1.1M | 9.3% |
| Germany | $812K | 6.9% |
| Turkey | $410K | 3.5% |
| Spain | $323K | 2.8% |
| China | $174K | 1.5% |
| Switzerland | $83K | 0.7% |
| United States | $51K | 0.4% |
| Belgium | $46K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia food processing machinery parts exports (HS 8438.90): 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 8438.90: Machinery: parts of those machines used in the industrial preparation or manufacture of food or drink.
Common questions
What is the value of food processing machinery parts exported by Tunisia?
Tunisia exported food processing machinery parts worth $19.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 254 tonnes. That ranks it 27th of 169 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 156% on 2023.
Which countries buy food processing machinery parts from Tunisia?
Italy was the largest buyer with 99% of the value ($19.5 million), followed by France (0%) and Pakistan (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 31 buyer countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 564% on the year.
What is the average export price of food processing machinery parts per kg?
The average declared export value was about $77.60 per kg in 2024, 195% above the world average of $26.28 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of food processing machinery parts from Tunisia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $321 thousand in 2017 to $19.7 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.9 million a year.
Does Tunisia also import food processing machinery parts?
Yes. Tunisia imported $11.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from France, Italy and the Netherlands. On balance Tunisia is a net exporter of this product, by about $7.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for food processing machinery parts?
The HS code for food processing machinery parts is subheading 8438.90. 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 8438 page.
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