Lasers imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
Tunisia imported $3.9 million of lasers in 2024 (18 tonnes). That is 58% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $35.1 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 | $3.9M | 18 t |
| 2023 | $9.2M | 64 t |
| 2022 | $35.1M | 125 t |
| 2021 | $15.6M | 113 t |
| 2020 | $13.5M | 144 t |
| 2019 | $5.9M | 74 t |
| 2018 | $4.7M | 54 t |
| 2017 | $6.0M | 68 t |
Where Tunisia imports lasers from
Most of the value came from Canada (41%), United States (27%), Germany (7%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+157% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $1.6M | 41% |
| United States | $1.1M | 27% |
| Germany | $278K | 7.1% |
| China | $262K | 6.7% |
| France | $216K | 5.6% |
| Italy | $104K | 2.7% |
| United Kingdom | $98K | 2.5% |
| Ireland | $77K | 2% |
| Switzerland | $69K | 1.8% |
| Japan | $50K | 1.3% |
Product types under HS 9013
| 9013.80 | Optical devices (other) | 66% |
| 9013.20 | Lasers: other than laser diodes | 19% |
| 9013.90 | Optical instrument parts | 15% |
| 9013.10 | Optical instrument sights | 0.3% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 9013.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $211.26 per kg, close to the world average of $236.30.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Lasers exports from Tunisia
In 2024, Tunisia exported lasers worth $3.0 million (769 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United States accounted for 94% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $2.8M | 94% |
| Germany | $63K | 2.1% |
| China | $58K | 1.9% |
| United Kingdom | $31K | 1% |
| Italy | $22K | 0.7% |
| Colombia | $6K | 0.2% |
| Algeria | $3K | 0.1% |
| Spain | $2K | 0.1% |
| Australia | $2K | 0.1% |
| Austria | $1K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia lasers imports (HS 9013): 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 9013: Lasers, other than laser diodes; other optical appliances and instruments n.e.c. in this chapter.
Common questions
What is the value of lasers imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported lasers worth $3.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 18 tonnes. That ranks it 75th of 212 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 58% on 2023.
Which countries supply lasers to Tunisia?
Canada was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($1.6 million), followed by the United States (27%) and Germany (7%). The top three together account for 75%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 157% on the year.
What is the average import price of lasers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $211.26 per kg in 2024, 11% below the world average of $236.30 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of lasers to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.0 million in 2017 to $3.9 million in 2024, a fall of 36%. The peak was 2022 at $35.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $11.8 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export lasers?
Yes. Tunisia exported $3.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Germany and China. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $878 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for lasers?
The HS code for lasers is heading 9013. In Tunisia the largest six-digit codes were 9013.80 (66% of the value) and 9013.20 (19%).
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