Magnesium products imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of magnesium products by Tunisia reached $5.1 million in 2024 (1.5 thousand tonnes). That is 120% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 27% 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 | $5.1M | 1.5K t |
| 2023 | $2.3M | 425 t |
| 2022 | $1.8M | 259 t |
| 2021 | $1.1M | 221 t |
| 2020 | $809K | 218 t |
| 2019 | $916K | 245 t |
| 2018 | $1.3M | 368 t |
| 2017 | $956K | 192 t |
Where Tunisia imports magnesium products from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 87% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+335% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.4M | 87% |
| France | $173K | 3.4% |
| Italy | $147K | 2.9% |
| Germany | $97K | 1.9% |
| United States | $80K | 1.6% |
| Austria | $74K | 1.5% |
| Poland | $31K | 0.6% |
| Bulgaria | $18K | 0.4% |
| United Kingdom | $11K | 0.2% |
| Portugal | $7K | 0.2% |
Product types under HS 8104
| 8104.19 | Magnesium alloys | 92% |
| 8104.90 | Magnesium articles (other) | 3.9% |
| 8104.11 | High-purity magnesium | 3.9% |
| 8104.30 | Magnesium powder | 0.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8104.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.45 per kg, close to the world average of $3.22.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Magnesium products exports from Tunisia
Exports of magnesium products by Tunisia reached $858 thousand in 2024 (350 tonnes). Most of it went to Czech Republic (44%), Netherlands (19%), France (17%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Czech Republic | $374K | 44% |
| Netherlands | $164K | 19% |
| France | $150K | 18% |
| Romania | $107K | 13% |
| Germany | $63K | 7.4% |
| Morocco | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia magnesium products imports (HS 8104): 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 8104: Magnesium; articles thereof, including waste and scrap.
Common questions
What is the value of magnesium products imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported magnesium products worth $5.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 45th of 169 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 120% on 2023.
Which countries supply magnesium products to Tunisia?
China was the largest supplier with 87% of the value ($4.4 million), followed by France (3%) and Italy (3%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 530% on the year.
What is the average import price of magnesium products per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.45 per kg in 2024, 7% above the world average of $3.22 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of magnesium products to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $956 thousand in 2017 to $5.1 million in 2024, an increase of 430%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.8 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export magnesium products?
Yes. Tunisia exported $858 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Czech Republic, the Netherlands and France. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $4.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for magnesium products?
The HS code for magnesium products is heading 8104. In Tunisia the largest six-digit codes were 8104.19 (92% of the value) and 8104.90 (4%).
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