Generator imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tunisia imported generator worth $23.1 million (1.8 thousand tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% a year on average.
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 | $23.1M | 1.8K t |
| 2023 | $22.5M | 2.1K t |
| 2022 | $17.2M | 1.7K t |
| 2021 | $20.6M | 1.6K t |
| 2020 | $14.7M | 1.3K t |
| 2019 | $22.1M | 1.9K t |
| 2018 | $20.6M | 1.9K t |
| 2017 | $9.9M | 948 t |
Where Tunisia imports generator from
The largest suppliers were China (21%), France (17%), Italy (17%). Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.8M | 21% |
| France | $4.0M | 17% |
| Italy | $3.9M | 17% |
| United States | $2.3M | 10% |
| Turkey | $2.1M | 9.1% |
| Germany | $1.9M | 8.2% |
| Spain | $1.8M | 7.6% |
| Belgium | $1.1M | 4.9% |
| United Kingdom | $365K | 1.6% |
| Egypt | $188K | 0.8% |
Product types under HS 8502
| 8502.13 | Diesel generator sets large | 34% |
| 8502.12 | Diesel generator sets medium | 23% |
| 8502.20 | Petrol generator sets | 18% |
| 8502.11 | Diesel generator sets small | 15% |
| 8502.39 | Renewable energy generator sets | 9.8% |
| 8502.40 | Rotary converters | 0.2% |
| 8502.31 | Wind powered generator sets | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8502.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.76 per kg, 22% above the world average of $10.49. 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.
Generator exports from Tunisia
In 2024, Tunisia exported generator worth $13.5 million (722 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Libya accounted for 90% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Libya grew fastest (+242% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Libya | $12.2M | 90% |
| Togo | $325K | 2.4% |
| Austria | $289K | 2.1% |
| Algeria | $271K | 2% |
| Republic of the Congo | $232K | 1.7% |
| Guinea | $127K | 0.9% |
| Italy | $26K | 0.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $19K | 0.1% |
| France | $17K | 0.1% |
| Nigeria | $14K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia generator imports (HS 8502): 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 8502: Electric generating sets and rotary converters.
Common questions
What is the value of generator imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported generator worth $23.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 111th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply generator to Tunisia?
China was the largest supplier with 21% of the value ($4.8 million), followed by France (17%) and Italy (17%). The top three together account for 55%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 300% on the year.
What is the average import price of generator per kg?
The average declared import value was about $12.76 per kg in 2024, 22% above the world average of $10.49 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of generator to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.9 million in 2017 to $23.1 million in 2024, an increase of 133%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $18.8 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export generator?
Yes. Tunisia exported $13.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Libya, Togo and Austria. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $9.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for generator?
The HS code for generator is heading 8502. In Tunisia the largest six-digit codes were 8502.13 (34% of the value) and 8502.12 (23%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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