Insulators (other materials) imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
Tunisia imported $4.8 million of insulators (other materials) in 2024 (208 tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 32% 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 | $4.8M | 208 t |
| 2023 | $4.8M | 210 t |
| 2022 | $1.8M | 66 t |
| 2021 | $1.8M | 82 t |
| 2020 | $1.9M | 111 t |
| 2019 | $1.1M | 49 t |
| 2018 | $1.4M | 89 t |
| 2017 | $707K | 41 t |
Where Tunisia imports insulators (other materials) from
France alone supplied 59% of it. Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+77% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $2.8M | 59% |
| China | $824K | 17% |
| Egypt | $325K | 6.8% |
| Switzerland | $254K | 5.3% |
| Italy | $185K | 3.9% |
| Germany | $96K | 2% |
| Czech Republic | $90K | 1.9% |
| United Kingdom | $84K | 1.7% |
| Turkey | $39K | 0.8% |
| Belgium | $28K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $23.19 per kg, 85% above the world average of $12.56. 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.
Insulators (other materials) exports from Tunisia
Exports of insulators (other materials) by Tunisia reached $1.5 million in 2024 (60 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Italy accounted for 68% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $1.0M | 68% |
| Libya | $252K | 17% |
| Togo | $72K | 4.8% |
| Morocco | $71K | 4.7% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $22K | 1.5% |
| Burkina Faso | $22K | 1.4% |
| Egypt | $20K | 1.3% |
| Germany | $5K | 0.3% |
| Canada | $4K | 0.3% |
| Benin | $4K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia insulators (other materials) imports (HS 8546.90): 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 8546.90: Electrical insulators: other than of glass and ceramics.
Common questions
What is the value of insulators (other materials) imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported insulators (other materials) worth $4.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 208 tonnes. That ranks it 53rd of 211 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply insulators (other materials) to Tunisia?
France was the largest supplier with 59% of the value ($2.8 million), followed by China (17%) and Egypt (7%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. The Czech Republic grew fastest among the top ten, up 82% on the year.
What is the average import price of insulators (other materials) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $23.19 per kg in 2024, 85% above the world average of $12.56 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of insulators (other materials) to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $707 thousand in 2017 to $4.8 million in 2024, an increase of 580%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.3 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export insulators (other materials)?
Yes. Tunisia exported $1.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Italy, Libya and Togo. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $3.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for insulators (other materials)?
The HS code for insulators (other materials) is subheading 8546.90. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8546 page.
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