Light bulbs imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of light bulbs by Tunisia reached $17.3 million in 2024 (373 tonnes). Value rose 153% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $17.3M | 373 t |
| 2023 | $6.8M | 532 t |
| 2022 | $9.9M | 812 t |
| 2021 | $11.8M | 1.2K t |
| 2020 | $9.4M | 806 t |
| 2019 | $12.0M | 867 t |
| 2018 | $11.7M | 1.4K t |
| 2017 | $14.0M | 1.1K t |
Where Tunisia imports light bulbs from
One supplier dominates: Germany accounted for 52% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+618% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $9.0M | 52% |
| China | $4.7M | 27% |
| Italy | $730K | 4.2% |
| Poland | $603K | 3.5% |
| France | $495K | 2.9% |
| Turkey | $466K | 2.7% |
| Spain | $311K | 1.8% |
| United States | $154K | 0.9% |
| Egypt | $142K | 0.8% |
| United Kingdom | $113K | 0.7% |
Product types under HS 8539
| 8539.90 | Lamp parts | 59% |
| 8539.50 | LED lamps | 15% |
| 8539.21 | Halogen lamps | 6.6% |
| 8539.49 | UV and IR lamps | 5.3% |
| 8539.32 | Discharge lamps | 3.2% |
| 8539.29 | Filament lamps (other) | 3% |
| 8539.10 | Sealed beam lamps | 2.4% |
| 8539.39 | Discharge lamps (other) | 2.3% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8539.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $46.40 per kg, 141% above the world average of $19.26. 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.
Light bulbs exports from Tunisia
In 2024, Tunisia exported light bulbs worth $2.5 million (62 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Germany accounted for 58% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+45% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $1.4M | 58% |
| Italy | $242K | 9.8% |
| France | $197K | 8% |
| Morocco | $113K | 4.5% |
| Turkey | $91K | 3.7% |
| United States | $86K | 3.5% |
| Algeria | $55K | 2.2% |
| China | $46K | 1.9% |
| Mauritania | $32K | 1.3% |
| Netherlands | $30K | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia light bulbs imports (HS 8539): 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 8539: Lamps; electric filament or discharge lamps, including sealed beam lamp units and ultra-violet or infra-red lamps, arc lamps, light-emitting diode (LED) light sources.
Common questions
What is the value of light bulbs imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported light bulbs worth $17.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 373 tonnes. That ranks it 84th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 153% on 2023.
Which countries supply light bulbs to Tunisia?
Germany was the largest supplier with 52% of the value ($9.0 million), followed by China (27%) and Italy (4%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 44 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 618% on the year.
What is the average import price of light bulbs per kg?
The average declared import value was about $46.40 per kg in 2024, 141% above the world average of $19.26 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of light bulbs to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $14.0 million in 2017 to $17.3 million in 2024, an increase of 23%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $11.6 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export light bulbs?
Yes. Tunisia exported $2.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, Italy and France. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $14.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for light bulbs?
The HS code for light bulbs is heading 8539. In Tunisia the largest six-digit codes were 8539.90 (59% of the value) and 8539.50 (15%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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