Laboratory ceramics imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of laboratory ceramics by Tunisia reached $5.3 million in 2024 (476 tonnes). That is 10% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% 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 | $5.3M | 476 t |
| 2023 | $5.9M | 1.2K t |
| 2022 | $4.2M | 959 t |
| 2021 | $3.0M | 669 t |
| 2020 | $3.0M | 613 t |
| 2019 | $3.8M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $4.3M | 807 t |
| 2017 | $2.4M | 721 t |
Where Tunisia imports laboratory ceramics from
United States alone supplied 51% of it. Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+275% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $2.7M | 51% |
| Italy | $446K | 8.4% |
| Spain | $427K | 8.1% |
| Germany | $349K | 6.6% |
| China | $272K | 5.1% |
| United Kingdom | $242K | 4.6% |
| Turkey | $221K | 4.2% |
| India | $180K | 3.4% |
| Egypt | $155K | 2.9% |
| Czech Republic | $110K | 2.1% |
Product types under HS 6903
| 6903.20 | Alumina-silica refractory ceramics | 56% |
| 6903.90 | Refractory ceramics (other) | 39% |
| 6903.10 | Carbon-based refractory ceramics | 4.8% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6903.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.13 per kg, 79% above the world average of $6.21. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia laboratory ceramics imports (HS 6903): 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 6903: Ceramic goods; (e.g. retorts, crucibles, muffles, nozzles, plugs, supports cupels, tubes, pipes, sheaths, rods and slide gates) excluding those of siliceous fossil meals or of similar siliceous earths.
Common questions
What is the value of laboratory ceramics imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported laboratory ceramics worth $5.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 476 tonnes. That ranks it 54th of 198 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply laboratory ceramics to Tunisia?
The United States was the largest supplier with 51% of the value ($2.7 million), followed by Italy (8%) and Spain (8%). The top three together account for 67%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 275% on the year.
What is the average import price of laboratory ceramics per kg?
The average declared import value was about $11.13 per kg in 2024, 79% above the world average of $6.21 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of laboratory ceramics to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.4 million in 2017 to $5.3 million in 2024, an increase of 117%. The peak was 2023 at $5.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.0 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export laboratory ceramics?
Yes. Tunisia exported $3.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Italy, Turkey and Algeria. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $1.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for laboratory ceramics?
The HS code for laboratory ceramics is heading 6903. In Tunisia the largest six-digit codes were 6903.20 (56% of the value) and 6903.90 (39%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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