Metal casting machine imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tunisia imported metal casting machine worth $5.1 million (334 tonnes). That is 4% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% 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 | 334 t |
| 2023 | $4.9M | 473 t |
| 2022 | $3.2M | 195 t |
| 2021 | $911K | 47 t |
| 2020 | $643K | 61 t |
| 2019 | $797K | 80 t |
| 2018 | $2.1M | 178 t |
| 2017 | $1.5M | 218 t |
Where Tunisia imports metal casting machine from
One supplier dominates: Italy accounted for 53% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+94% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $2.7M | 53% |
| France | $1.4M | 28% |
| South Korea | $448K | 8.8% |
| China | $238K | 4.7% |
| Turkey | $238K | 4.7% |
| Germany | $53K | 1% |
| Taiwan | $14K | 0.3% |
| United States | $12K | 0.2% |
| United Kingdom | $10K | 0.2% |
| Austria | $3K | 0.1% |
Product types under HS 8454
| 8454.30 | Metal casting machines | 89% |
| 8454.90 | Foundry equipment parts | 10% |
| 8454.20 | Ingot moulds and casting ladles | 0.5% |
| 8454.10 | Metal converters (foundry) | 0.5% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8454.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $15.28 per kg, 122% above the world average of $6.87. 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.
Metal casting machine exports from Tunisia
Exports of metal casting machine by Tunisia reached $4.3 million in 2024 (430 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Italy accounted for 100% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Italy grew fastest (+150% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $4.3M | 100% |
| France | $1K | 0% |
| Benin | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia metal casting machine imports (HS 8454): 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 8454: Converters, ladles, ingot moulds and casting machines; of a kind used metallurgy or in metal foundries.
Common questions
What is the value of metal casting machine imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported metal casting machine worth $5.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 334 tonnes. That ranks it 61st of 185 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply metal casting machine to Tunisia?
Italy was the largest supplier with 53% of the value ($2.7 million), followed by France (28%) and South Korea (9%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 857% on the year.
What is the average import price of metal casting machine per kg?
The average declared import value was about $15.28 per kg in 2024, 122% above the world average of $6.87 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of metal casting machine to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.5 million in 2017 to $5.1 million in 2024, an increase of 231%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.4 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export metal casting machine?
Yes. Tunisia exported $4.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Italy, France and Benin. That compares with imports of $5.1 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for metal casting machine?
The HS code for metal casting machine is heading 8454. In Tunisia the largest six-digit codes were 8454.30 (89% of the value) and 8454.90 (10%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For Tunisia, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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