Gasket imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of gasket by Tunisia reached $9.8 million in 2024 (122 tonnes). That is 17% 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 | $9.8M | 122 t |
| 2023 | $8.3M | 217 t |
| 2022 | $7.3M | 228 t |
| 2021 | $8.0M | 204 t |
| 2020 | $6.7M | 183 t |
| 2019 | $9.3M | 229 t |
| 2018 | $7.8M | 226 t |
| 2017 | $7.1M | 244 t |
Where Tunisia imports gasket from
Most of the value came from Germany (20%), Italy (17%), France (13%). Among the main suppliers, Czech Republic grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $2.0M | 20% |
| Italy | $1.7M | 17% |
| France | $1.3M | 13% |
| China | $779K | 8% |
| United States | $659K | 6.8% |
| Turkey | $527K | 5.4% |
| Spain | $437K | 4.5% |
| Czech Republic | $416K | 4.3% |
| Taiwan | $330K | 3.4% |
| United Kingdom | $319K | 3.3% |
Product types under HS 8484
| 8484.90 | Gasket assortment kits | 37% |
| 8484.10 | Metal gasket joints | 35% |
| 8484.20 | Mechanical seals | 28% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8484.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $80.30 per kg, 65% above the world average of $48.77. 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.
Gasket exports from Tunisia
In 2024, Tunisia exported gasket worth $1.5 million (158 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were United States (32%), Italy (21%), Germany (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $495K | 32% |
| Italy | $325K | 21% |
| Germany | $183K | 12% |
| Libya | $123K | 8.1% |
| Morocco | $63K | 4.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $60K | 3.9% |
| Algeria | $49K | 3.2% |
| China | $43K | 2.8% |
| Egypt | $24K | 1.6% |
| Saudi Arabia | $21K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia gasket imports (HS 8484): 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 8484: Gaskets and similar joints of metal sheeting combined with other material or of two or more layers of metal; sets or assortments of gaskets and similar joints, dissimilar in composition, put up in pouches, envelopes or similar packings; mechanical seals.
Common questions
What is the value of gasket imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported gasket worth $9.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 122 tonnes. That ranks it 80th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply gasket to Tunisia?
Germany was the largest supplier with 20% of the value ($2.0 million), followed by Italy (17%) and France (13%). The top three together account for 51%, out of 54 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 51% on the year.
What is the average import price of gasket per kg?
The average declared import value was about $80.30 per kg in 2024, 65% above the world average of $48.77 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of gasket to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.1 million in 2017 to $9.8 million in 2024, an increase of 37%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $8.0 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export gasket?
Yes. Tunisia exported $1.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Italy and Germany. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $8.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for gasket?
The HS code for gasket is heading 8484. In Tunisia the largest six-digit codes were 8484.90 (37% of the value) and 8484.10 (35%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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