Metal hooks imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
Tunisia imported $4.8 million of metal hooks in 2024 (230 tonnes). That is 12% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $6.2 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 | $4.8M | 230 t |
| 2023 | $5.4M | 298 t |
| 2022 | $6.1M | 337 t |
| 2021 | $6.2M | 354 t |
| 2020 | $4.7M | 364 t |
| 2019 | $4.1M | 536 t |
| 2018 | $4.1M | 480 t |
| 2017 | $4.6M | 632 t |
Where Tunisia imports metal hooks from
Most of the value came from France (33%), China (19%), Italy (18%). Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $1.6M | 33% |
| China | $905K | 19% |
| Italy | $837K | 18% |
| Hong Kong | $463K | 9.7% |
| Turkey | $218K | 4.6% |
| Belgium | $176K | 3.7% |
| Germany | $142K | 3% |
| Sri Lanka | $111K | 2.3% |
| Thailand | $84K | 1.8% |
| Spain | $78K | 1.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $20.66 per kg, 117% above the world average of $9.54. 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 hooks exports from Tunisia
Tunisia exported $660 thousand of metal hooks in 2024 (18 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Italy accounted for 63% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Italy grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia metal hooks imports (HS 8308.10): 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 8308.10: Hooks, eyes and eyelets: of base metal, of a kind used for clothing, footwear, awnings, handbags, travel goods or other made up articles.
Common questions
What is the value of metal hooks imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported metal hooks worth $4.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 230 tonnes. That ranks it 41st of 212 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply metal hooks to Tunisia?
France was the largest supplier with 33% of the value ($1.6 million), followed by China (19%) and Italy (18%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 87% on the year.
What is the average import price of metal hooks per kg?
The average declared import value was about $20.66 per kg in 2024, 117% above the world average of $9.54 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of metal hooks to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.6 million in 2017 to $4.8 million in 2024, an increase of 4%. The peak was 2021 at $6.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.0 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export metal hooks?
Yes. Tunisia exported $660 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Italy, China and France. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $4.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for metal hooks?
The HS code for metal hooks is subheading 8308.10. It sits in HS chapter 83 (metal; miscellaneous products of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8308 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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