Metal injection and compression molds imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of metal injection and compression molds by Tunisia reached $2.7 million in 2024 (84 tonnes). Value fell 10% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% 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 | $2.7M | 84 t |
| 2023 | $3.0M | 114 t |
| 2022 | $1.5M | 107 t |
| 2021 | $845K | 37 t |
| 2020 | $1.6M | 76 t |
| 2019 | $1.8M | 61 t |
| 2018 | $1.2M | 38 t |
| 2017 | $976K | 77 t |
Where Tunisia imports metal injection and compression molds from
Most of the value came from China (45%), France (35%), Spain (10%). Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+106% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.2M | 45% |
| France | $932K | 35% |
| Spain | $283K | 11% |
| United Kingdom | $135K | 5% |
| Italy | $129K | 4.8% |
| Morocco | $3K | 0.1% |
| Turkey | $2K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $32.14 per kg, 95% above the world average of $16.48. 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 injection and compression molds exports from Tunisia
Tunisia exported $296 thousand of metal injection and compression molds in 2024 (11 tonnes). France alone took 79% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Switzerland grew fastest (+123% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $235K | 79% |
| Spain | $32K | 11% |
| Switzerland | $20K | 6.6% |
| Italy | $7K | 2.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1K | 0.4% |
| Portugal | $1K | 0.2% |
| China | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia metal injection and compression molds imports (HS 8480.41): 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 8480.41: Moulds: for metal or metal carbides, injection or compression types.
Common questions
What is the value of metal injection and compression molds imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported metal injection and compression molds worth $2.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 84 tonnes. That ranks it 47th of 182 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply metal injection and compression molds to Tunisia?
China was the largest supplier with 45% of the value ($1.2 million), followed by France (35%) and Spain (10%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 7 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 106% on the year.
What is the average import price of metal injection and compression molds per kg?
The average declared import value was about $32.14 per kg in 2024, 95% above the world average of $16.48 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of metal injection and compression molds to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $976 thousand in 2017 to $2.7 million in 2024, an increase of 177%. The peak was 2023 at $3.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.7 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export metal injection and compression molds?
Yes. Tunisia exported $296 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, Spain and Switzerland. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $2.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for metal injection and compression molds?
The HS code for metal injection and compression molds is subheading 8480.41. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8480 page.
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