Frozen squid and cuttlefish exports from Tunisia: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Tunisia exported frozen squid and cuttlefish worth $12.4 million (1.7 thousand tonnes). Value fell 25% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $27.2 million.
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 | $12.4M | 1.7K t |
| 2023 | $16.4M | 2.0K t |
| 2022 | $23.9M | 2.8K t |
| 2021 | $17.4M | 2.1K t |
| 2020 | $12.1M | 1.7K t |
| 2019 | $20.7M | 3.0K t |
| 2018 | $27.2M | 3.6K t |
| 2017 | $26.9M | 3.9K t |
Where Tunisia exports frozen squid and cuttlefish to
One buyer market dominates: Italy accounted for 95% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $11.8M | 95% |
| Spain | $376K | 3% |
| Cyprus | $90K | 0.7% |
| Croatia | $53K | 0.4% |
| United States | $28K | 0.2% |
| United Kingdom | $23K | 0.2% |
| Algeria | $14K | 0.1% |
| Libya | $6K | 0.1% |
| Canada | $2K | 0% |
| Thailand | $1K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.50 per kg, 87% above the world average of $4.02. 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.
Frozen squid and cuttlefish imports to Tunisia
Tunisia imported $2.2 million of frozen squid and cuttlefish in 2024 (455 tonnes). Most of the value came from China (30%), United Arab Emirates (19%), Spain (12%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $649K | 30% |
| United Arab Emirates | $411K | 19% |
| Spain | $263K | 12% |
| Italy | $218K | 10% |
| Iceland | $156K | 7.2% |
| Oman | $155K | 7.1% |
| United Kingdom | $135K | 6.2% |
| Ecuador | $50K | 2.3% |
| Yemen | $48K | 2.2% |
| Falkland Isds (Malvinas) | $39K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia frozen squid and cuttlefish exports (HS 0307.43): 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 0307.43: Molluscs: cuttle fish and squid, whether in shell or not, includes flours, meals, and pellets of molluscs, fit for human consumption, frozen.
Common questions
What is the value of frozen squid and cuttlefish exported by Tunisia?
Tunisia exported frozen squid and cuttlefish worth $12.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 33rd of 115 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 25% on 2023.
Which countries buy frozen squid and cuttlefish from Tunisia?
Italy was the largest buyer with 95% of the value ($11.8 million), followed by Spain (3%) and Cyprus (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 11 buyer countries in total. Croatia grew fastest among the top ten, up 294% on the year.
What is the average export price of frozen squid and cuttlefish per kg?
The average declared export value was about $7.50 per kg in 2024, 87% above the world average of $4.02 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of frozen squid and cuttlefish from Tunisia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $26.9 million in 2017 to $12.4 million in 2024, a fall of 54%. The peak was 2018 at $27.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $19.6 million a year.
Does Tunisia also import frozen squid and cuttlefish?
Yes. Tunisia imported $2.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, the United Arab Emirates and Spain. On balance Tunisia is a net exporter of this product, by about $10.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for frozen squid and cuttlefish?
The HS code for frozen squid and cuttlefish is subheading 0307.43. It sits in HS chapter 03 (fish and crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0307 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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