Magnetic stripe cards imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tunisia imported magnetic stripe cards worth $8.5 million (2 tonnes). It ranks 10th of 201 countries for imports of this product. That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 76% 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 | $8.5M | 2 t |
| 2023 | $8.8M | 149 t |
| 2022 | $495K | 7 t |
| 2021 | $342K | 5 t |
| 2020 | $362K | 5 t |
| 2019 | $1.7M | 17 t |
| 2018 | $1.7M | 20 t |
| 2017 | $164K | 1 t |
Where Tunisia imports magnetic stripe cards from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 98% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $8.4M | 98% |
| Netherlands | $39K | 0.5% |
| Lebanon | $31K | 0.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $25K | 0.3% |
| France | $16K | 0.2% |
| Turkey | $16K | 0.2% |
| United States | $12K | 0.2% |
| United Kingdom | $6K | 0.1% |
| Italy | $5K | 0.1% |
| Hong Kong | $3K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3,874.95 per kg, 13121% above the world average of $29.31. 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.
Magnetic stripe cards exports from Tunisia
In 2024, Tunisia exported magnetic stripe cards worth $3.2 million (12 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. France alone took 99% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $3.2M | 99% |
| United Kingdom | $16K | 0.5% |
| Togo | $3K | 0.1% |
| China | $1K | 0% |
| Thailand | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia magnetic stripe cards imports (HS 8523.21): 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 8523.21: Magnetic media: cards incorporating a magnetic stripe, whether or not recorded, excluding products of Chapter 37.
Common questions
What is the value of magnetic stripe cards imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported magnetic stripe cards worth $8.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2 tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 201 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply magnetic stripe cards to Tunisia?
China was the largest supplier with 98% of the value ($8.4 million), followed by the Netherlands (0%) and Lebanon (0%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 279% on the year.
What is the average import price of magnetic stripe cards per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3,874.95 per kg in 2024, 13121% above the world average of $29.31 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of magnetic stripe cards to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $164 thousand in 2017 to $8.5 million in 2024. The peak was 2023 at $8.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.8 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export magnetic stripe cards?
Yes. Tunisia exported $3.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, the United Kingdom and Togo. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $5.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for magnetic stripe cards?
The HS code for magnetic stripe cards is subheading 8523.21. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8523 page.
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