Forged steel articles imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of forged steel articles by Tunisia reached $7.0 million in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). That is 29% more 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 | $7.0M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $5.4M | 3.2K t |
| 2022 | $5.7M | 2.8K t |
| 2021 | $5.0M | 3.1K t |
| 2020 | $4.5M | 4.2K t |
| 2019 | $5.3M | 4.8K t |
| 2018 | $3.6M | 2.5K t |
| 2017 | $4.4M | 1.7K t |
Where Tunisia imports forged steel articles from
One supplier dominates: Italy accounted for 68% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+133% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $4.8M | 68% |
| India | $838K | 12% |
| France | $822K | 12% |
| China | $257K | 3.7% |
| United Kingdom | $113K | 1.6% |
| Slovenia | $89K | 1.3% |
| Spain | $39K | 0.6% |
| Morocco | $24K | 0.3% |
| Turkey | $23K | 0.3% |
| Germany | $9K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.79 per kg, 22% above the world average of $4.75. 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.
Forged steel articles exports from Tunisia
Exports of forged steel articles by Tunisia reached $3.5 million in 2024 (1.4 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were France (41%), Italy (41%), Brazil (12%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $1.4M | 41% |
| Italy | $1.4M | 41% |
| Brazil | $422K | 12% |
| Togo | $101K | 2.9% |
| Algeria | $62K | 1.8% |
| Germany | $25K | 0.7% |
| Morocco | $11K | 0.3% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $9K | 0.3% |
| Libya | $7K | 0.2% |
| Netherlands | $3K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia forged steel articles imports (HS 7326.19): 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 7326.19: Iron or steel: articles n.e.c. in item no. 7326.11, forged or stamped, but not further worked.
Common questions
What is the value of forged steel articles imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported forged steel articles worth $7.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 56th of 218 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 29% on 2023.
Which countries supply forged steel articles to Tunisia?
Italy was the largest supplier with 68% of the value ($4.8 million), followed by India (12%) and France (12%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. Morocco grew fastest among the top ten, up 408% on the year.
What is the average import price of forged steel articles per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.79 per kg in 2024, 22% above the world average of $4.75 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of forged steel articles to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.4 million in 2017 to $7.0 million in 2024, an increase of 61%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.1 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export forged steel articles?
Yes. Tunisia exported $3.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, Italy and Brazil. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $3.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for forged steel articles?
The HS code for forged steel articles is subheading 7326.19. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7326 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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