Metal rivets imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
Tunisia imported $3.8 million of metal rivets in 2024 (254 tonnes). Value rose 20% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $3.8M | 255 t |
| 2023 | $3.1M | 153 t |
| 2022 | $3.8M | 136 t |
| 2021 | $2.6M | 112 t |
| 2020 | $2.7M | 110 t |
| 2019 | $2.4M | 144 t |
| 2018 | $3.1M | 149 t |
| 2017 | $3.7M | 146 t |
Where Tunisia imports metal rivets from
Most of the value came from Germany (29%), France (22%), Italy (22%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+243% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $1.1M | 29% |
| France | $848K | 22% |
| Italy | $834K | 22% |
| Turkey | $300K | 7.9% |
| China | $240K | 6.3% |
| Hong Kong | $146K | 3.9% |
| United States | $141K | 3.7% |
| Portugal | $94K | 2.5% |
| United Kingdom | $30K | 0.8% |
| Netherlands | $13K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $14.85 per kg, 48% above the world average of $10.01. 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 rivets exports from Tunisia
In 2024, Tunisia exported metal rivets worth $284 thousand (29 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Spain (42%), Italy (39%), Portugal (9%).
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The shipment records behind Tunisia metal rivets imports (HS 8308.20): 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 8308.20: Rivets: tubular or bifurcated, of base metal.
Common questions
What is the value of metal rivets imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported metal rivets worth $3.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 254 tonnes. That ranks it 37th of 196 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 20% on 2023.
Which countries supply metal rivets to Tunisia?
Germany was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($1.1 million), followed by France (22%) and Italy (22%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 243% on the year.
What is the average import price of metal rivets per kg?
The average declared import value was about $14.85 per kg in 2024, 48% above the world average of $10.01 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of metal rivets to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.7 million in 2017 to $3.8 million in 2024, an increase of 2%. The peak was 2022 at $3.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.2 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export metal rivets?
Yes. Tunisia exported $284 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Spain, Italy and Portugal. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $3.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for metal rivets?
The HS code for metal rivets is subheading 8308.20. 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.
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