Machine tool parts imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tunisia imported machine tool parts worth $14.1 million (441 tonnes). That is 5% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $19.7 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 | $14.1M | 441 t |
| 2023 | $14.8M | 251 t |
| 2022 | $14.1M | 306 t |
| 2021 | $19.7M | 478 t |
| 2020 | $11.9M | 237 t |
| 2019 | $14.8M | 316 t |
| 2018 | $16.1M | 335 t |
| 2017 | $15.9M | 374 t |
Where Tunisia imports machine tool parts from
The largest suppliers were France (30%), Italy (25%), Germany (19%). Among the main suppliers, Japan grew fastest (+170% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $4.3M | 30% |
| Italy | $3.5M | 25% |
| Germany | $2.7M | 19% |
| China | $700K | 5% |
| Japan | $596K | 4.2% |
| United States | $529K | 3.7% |
| Turkey | $246K | 1.7% |
| Switzerland | $230K | 1.6% |
| United Kingdom | $174K | 1.2% |
| Austria | $170K | 1.2% |
Product types under HS 8466
| 8466.94 | Metal press and forming machine parts | 43% |
| 8466.93 | Machine tool parts (other types) | 29% |
| 8466.10 | Tool holders and self-opening dieheads | 11% |
| 8466.20 | Work holders | 6.6% |
| 8466.92 | Wood working machine parts | 4.8% |
| 8466.91 | Stone working machine parts | 3.5% |
| 8466.30 | Dividing heads and special attachments | 1.8% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8466.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $31.98 per kg, 49% above the world average of $21.44. 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 tool parts exports from Tunisia
Exports of machine tool parts by Tunisia reached $1.4 million in 2024 (35 tonnes). Most of it went to France (48%), India (8%), Libya (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Libya grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $686K | 48% |
| India | $121K | 8.4% |
| Libya | $117K | 8.1% |
| Italy | $75K | 5.2% |
| United States | $73K | 5% |
| China | $69K | 4.8% |
| Morocco | $60K | 4.2% |
| Turkey | $55K | 3.8% |
| Germany | $42K | 2.9% |
| Nigeria | $28K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia machine tool parts imports (HS 8466): 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 8466: Parts & accessories suited for use only/mainly with machines of headings 8456-8465, including work/tool holders, self-opening dieheads, dividing heads & other special attachments for the machines; tool holders for any type of tool for working in the hand.
Common questions
What is the value of machine tool parts imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported machine tool parts worth $14.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 441 tonnes. That ranks it 67th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply machine tool parts to Tunisia?
France was the largest supplier with 30% of the value ($4.3 million), followed by Italy (25%) and Germany (19%). The top three together account for 75%, out of 41 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 170% on the year.
What is the average import price of machine tool parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $31.98 per kg in 2024, 49% above the world average of $21.44 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 tool parts to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $15.9 million in 2017 to $14.1 million in 2024, a fall of 11%. The peak was 2021 at $19.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $15.2 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export machine tool parts?
Yes. Tunisia exported $1.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, India and Libya. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $12.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for machine tool parts?
The HS code for machine tool parts is heading 8466. In Tunisia the largest six-digit codes were 8466.94 (43% of the value) and 8466.93 (29%).
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