Ginger and spices imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tunisia imported ginger and spices worth $4.5 million (1.4 thousand tonnes). That is 13% 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 | $4.5M | 1.4K t |
| 2023 | $4.0M | 5.5K t |
| 2022 | $4.3M | 5.2K t |
| 2021 | $4.7M | 5.7K t |
| 2020 | $5.2M | 6.6K t |
| 2019 | $4.6M | 6.4K t |
| 2018 | $5.0M | 6.3K t |
| 2017 | $3.9M | 3.4K t |
Where Tunisia imports ginger and spices from
One supplier dominates: India accounted for 71% of the value.
Product types under HS 0910
| 0910.30 | Turmeric | 72% |
| 0910.99 | Spices (other varieties) | 21% |
| 0910.11 | Dried ginger | 5.5% |
| 0910.91 | Mixed spices | 1.5% |
| 0910.12 | Ground ginger | 0.5% |
| 0910.20 | Saffron | 0.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 0910.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.26 per kg, 46% above the world average of $2.23. 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.
Ginger and spices exports from Tunisia
Tunisia exported $3.8 million of ginger and spices in 2024 (697 tonnes). Most of it went to France (32%), Algeria (22%), Egypt (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Italy grew fastest (+558% on the year before).
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The shipment records behind Tunisia ginger and spices imports (HS 0910): 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 0910: Ginger, saffron, tumeric (curcuma), thyme, bay leaves, curry and other spices.
Common questions
What is the value of ginger and spices imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported ginger and spices worth $4.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 84th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply ginger and spices to Tunisia?
India was the largest supplier with 71% of the value ($3.2 million), followed by Egypt (16%) and China (5%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 814% on the year.
What is the average import price of ginger and spices per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.26 per kg in 2024, 46% above the world average of $2.23 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of ginger and spices to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.9 million in 2017 to $4.5 million in 2024, an increase of 15%. The peak was 2020 at $5.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.5 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export ginger and spices?
Yes. Tunisia exported $3.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, Algeria and Egypt. That compares with imports of $4.5 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for ginger and spices?
The HS code for ginger and spices is heading 0910. In Tunisia the largest six-digit codes were 0910.30 (71% of the value) and 0910.99 (21%).
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