Machine blades (other) imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
Tunisia imported $4.7 million of machine blades (other) in 2024 (114 tonnes). That is 5% more than in 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 | $4.7M | 114 t |
| 2023 | $4.5M | 127 t |
| 2022 | $3.9M | 142 t |
| 2021 | $4.2M | 128 t |
| 2020 | $3.6M | 122 t |
| 2019 | $4.1M | 145 t |
| 2018 | $4.1M | 151 t |
| 2017 | $3.1M | 101 t |
Where Tunisia imports machine blades (other) from
Most of the value came from Italy (35%), Germany (17%), France (9%). Among the main suppliers, Poland grew fastest (+558% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $1.6M | 35% |
| Germany | $794K | 17% |
| France | $434K | 9.3% |
| Poland | $382K | 8.2% |
| China | $360K | 7.7% |
| Switzerland | $188K | 4% |
| Turkey | $126K | 2.7% |
| Slovakia | $123K | 2.6% |
| Austria | $112K | 2.4% |
| Czech Republic | $78K | 1.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $40.90 per kg, 60% above the world average of $25.53. 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.
Machine blades (other) exports from Tunisia
Exports of machine blades (other) by Tunisia reached $881 thousand in 2024 (37 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Italy accounted for 85% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Denmark grew fastest (+809% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $751K | 85% |
| Denmark | $44K | 5% |
| France | $40K | 4.6% |
| Libya | $8K | 0.9% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $6K | 0.7% |
| Morocco | $5K | 0.5% |
| Austria | $5K | 0.5% |
| Canada | $5K | 0.5% |
| Algeria | $5K | 0.5% |
| Senegal | $3K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia machine blades (other) imports (HS 8208.90): 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 8208.90: Tools: knives and cutting blades, for machines or mechanical appliances, n.e.c. in heading no. 8208.
Common questions
What is the value of machine blades (other) imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported machine blades (other) worth $4.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 114 tonnes. That ranks it 61st of 215 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply machine blades (other) to Tunisia?
Italy was the largest supplier with 35% of the value ($1.6 million), followed by Germany (17%) and France (9%). The top three together account for 61%, out of 38 supplier countries in total. Poland grew fastest among the top ten, up 558% on the year.
What is the average import price of machine blades (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $40.90 per kg in 2024, 60% above the world average of $25.53 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of machine blades (other) to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.1 million in 2017 to $4.7 million in 2024, an increase of 49%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.0 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export machine blades (other)?
Yes. Tunisia exported $881 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Italy, Denmark and France. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $3.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for machine blades (other)?
The HS code for machine blades (other) is subheading 8208.90. It sits in HS chapter 82 (tools, implements, cutlery, spoons and forks, of base metal; parts thereof, of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8208 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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