Heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tunisia imported heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes worth $13.6 million (1.2 thousand tonnes). That is 36% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 20% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $65.7 million.
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 | $13.6M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $21.1M | 1.8K t |
| 2022 | $25.3M | 2.8K t |
| 2021 | $9.6M | 1.5K t |
| 2020 | $10.7M | 660 t |
| 2019 | $5.9M | 1.4K t |
| 2018 | $39.5M | 5.6K t |
| 2017 | $65.7M | 7.2K t |
Where Tunisia imports heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes from
Most of the value came from France (31%), Germany (31%), Italy (19%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+435% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $4.2M | 31% |
| Germany | $4.1M | 31% |
| Italy | $2.6M | 19% |
| Spain | $879K | 6.5% |
| Turkey | $699K | 5.1% |
| China | $449K | 3.3% |
| Poland | $390K | 2.9% |
| Thailand | $114K | 0.8% |
| Czech Republic | $60K | 0.4% |
| United States | $53K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.17 per kg, 58% above the world average of $7.05. 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.
Heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes exports from Tunisia
Exports of heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes by Tunisia reached $3.7 million in 2024 (738 tonnes). Algeria alone took 79% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Algeria grew fastest (+96% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Algeria | $3.0M | 79% |
| Libya | $419K | 11% |
| Senegal | $330K | 8.8% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $26K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes imports (HS 8704.23): 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 8704.23: Vehicles: compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a g.v.w. exceeding 20 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1.
Common questions
What is the value of heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes worth $13.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 117th of 210 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 36% on 2023.
Which countries supply heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes to Tunisia?
France was the largest supplier with 31% of the value ($4.2 million), followed by Germany (31%) and Italy (19%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 435% on the year.
What is the average import price of heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $11.17 per kg in 2024, 58% above the world average of $7.05 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $65.7 million in 2017 to $13.6 million in 2024, a fall of 79%. The peak was 2017 at $65.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $23.9 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes?
Yes. Tunisia exported $3.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Algeria, Libya and Senegal. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $9.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes?
The HS code for heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes is subheading 8704.23. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8704 page.
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