Ignition system imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of ignition system by Tunisia reached $24.4 million in 2024 (972 tonnes). That is 25% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2020, at $38.9 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 | $24.4M | 972 t |
| 2023 | $19.5M | 1.9K t |
| 2022 | $21.5M | 1.9K t |
| 2021 | $33.5M | 3.5K t |
| 2020 | $38.9M | 4.5K t |
| 2019 | $27.8M | 2.4K t |
| 2018 | $31.2M | 2.5K t |
| 2017 | $21.6M | 2.4K t |
Where Tunisia imports ignition system from
Most of the value came from Poland (22%), Thailand (18%), France (16%). Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+170% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Poland | $5.3M | 22% |
| Thailand | $4.4M | 18% |
| France | $4.0M | 16% |
| China | $3.5M | 14% |
| Italy | $1.6M | 6.4% |
| Japan | $1.5M | 6.2% |
| Germany | $1.1M | 4.5% |
| India | $564K | 2.3% |
| United States | $349K | 1.4% |
| South Korea | $298K | 1.2% |
Product types under HS 8511
| 8511.10 | Spark plugs | 26% |
| 8511.40 | Starter motors | 24% |
| 8511.30 | Ignition coils and distributors | 17% |
| 8511.50 | Engine alternators and generators | 16% |
| 8511.90 | Ignition system parts | 14% |
| 8511.80 | Engine electrical components | 3% |
| 8511.20 | Ignition magnetos and flywheels | 0.3% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8511.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $25.09 per kg, 43% above the world average of $17.60. 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.
Ignition system exports from Tunisia
Exports of ignition system by Tunisia reached $14.7 million in 2024 (1.1 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to France (37%), Poland (27%), United Kingdom (17%). Among the main buyer markets, Finland grew fastest (+182% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $5.5M | 38% |
| Poland | $4.0M | 27% |
| United Kingdom | $2.5M | 17% |
| Mexico | $709K | 4.8% |
| Finland | $549K | 3.7% |
| Japan | $298K | 2% |
| Germany | $274K | 1.9% |
| Switzerland | $209K | 1.4% |
| Ireland | $159K | 1.1% |
| Philippines | $99K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia ignition system imports (HS 8511): 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 8511: Ignition or starting equipment; used for spark-ignition or compression-ignition internal combustion engines; generators and cut outs used in conjunction with such engines.
Common questions
What is the value of ignition system imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported ignition system worth $24.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 972 tonnes. That ranks it 65th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 25% on 2023.
Which countries supply ignition system to Tunisia?
Poland was the largest supplier with 22% of the value ($5.3 million), followed by Thailand (18%) and France (16%). The top three together account for 56%, out of 46 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 170% on the year.
What is the average import price of ignition system per kg?
The average declared import value was about $25.09 per kg in 2024, 43% above the world average of $17.60 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of ignition system to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $21.6 million in 2017 to $24.4 million in 2024, an increase of 13%. The peak was 2020 at $38.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $27.3 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export ignition system?
Yes. Tunisia exported $14.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, Poland and the United Kingdom. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $9.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for ignition system?
The HS code for ignition system is heading 8511. In Tunisia the largest six-digit codes were 8511.10 (26% of the value) and 8511.40 (24%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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