Medicament imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tunisia imported medicament worth $55.0 million (520 tonnes). Value fell 67% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $166.6 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 | $55.0M | 520 t |
| 2023 | $166.6M | 2.9K t |
| 2022 | $152.1M | 2.9K t |
| 2021 | $121.1M | 2.6K t |
| 2020 | $132.3M | 2.3K t |
| 2019 | $145.8M | 3.2K t |
| 2018 | $136.6M | 3.1K t |
| 2017 | $32.0M | 555 t |
Where Tunisia imports medicament from
Most of the value came from United Kingdom (36%), France (23%), China (9%). Among the main suppliers, Bulgaria grew fastest (+107% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $20.0M | 36% |
| France | $12.6M | 23% |
| China | $4.8M | 8.8% |
| Ireland | $3.4M | 6.2% |
| India | $2.5M | 4.5% |
| Bulgaria | $2.4M | 4.4% |
| United States | $2.2M | 4% |
| Egypt | $1.4M | 2.6% |
| Slovakia | $1.3M | 2.4% |
| Italy | $1.0M | 1.9% |
Product types under HS 3003
| 3003.90 | Other medicaments (bulk) | 56% |
| 3003.10 | Penicillin and streptomycin medicaments (bulk) | 25% |
| 3003.20 | Antibiotic medicaments (bulk) | 11% |
| 3003.39 | Hormone medicaments (bulk) | 6% |
| 3003.49 | Alkaloid medicaments (bulk) | 1.7% |
| 3003.60 | Medicaments: containing antimalarial active principles described in subheading note 2 to this chapter, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, (not… | 0.5% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3003.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $105.88 per kg, 45% above the world average of $72.93. 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.
Medicament exports from Tunisia
In 2024, Tunisia exported medicament worth $1.6 million (44 tonnes). Most of it went to Libya (26%), Netherlands (23%), Morocco (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Gabon grew fastest (+188% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Libya | $408K | 26% |
| Netherlands | $363K | 23% |
| Morocco | $225K | 14% |
| Senegal | $183K | 12% |
| Switzerland | $56K | 3.6% |
| Cameroon | $56K | 3.6% |
| Saudi Arabia | $55K | 3.5% |
| Mauritius | $47K | 3% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $43K | 2.7% |
| Gabon | $40K | 2.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia medicament imports (HS 3003): 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 3003: Medicaments; (not goods of heading no. 3002, 3005 or 3006) of two or more constituents mixed together for therapeutic or prophylactic use not in measured doses or in forms or packings for retail sale.
Common questions
What is the value of medicament imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported medicament worth $55.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 520 tonnes. That ranks it 37th of 218 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 67% on 2023.
Which countries supply medicament to Tunisia?
The United Kingdom was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($20.0 million), followed by France (23%) and China (9%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 28 supplier countries in total. Bulgaria grew fastest among the top ten, up 107% on the year.
What is the average import price of medicament per kg?
The average declared import value was about $105.88 per kg in 2024, 45% above the world average of $72.93 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of medicament to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $32.0 million in 2017 to $55.0 million in 2024, an increase of 72%. The peak was 2023 at $166.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $117.7 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export medicament?
Yes. Tunisia exported $1.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Libya, the Netherlands and Morocco. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $53.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for medicament?
The HS code for medicament is heading 3003. In Tunisia the largest six-digit codes were 3003.90 (56% of the value) and 3003.10 (25%).
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