Methionine imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of methionine by Tunisia reached $8.8 million in 2024 (3.3 thousand tonnes). That is 46% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 77% 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 | $8.8M | 3.3K t |
| 2023 | $6.0M | 2.4K t |
| 2022 | $7.2M | 2.3K t |
| 2021 | $4.0M | 1.5K t |
| 2020 | $6.5M | 2.8K t |
| 2019 | $4.4M | 2.1K t |
| 2018 | $2.6M | 974 t |
| 2017 | $160K | 72 t |
Where Tunisia imports methionine from
One supplier dominates: France accounted for 60% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+216% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $5.3M | 60% |
| Japan | $1.4M | 16% |
| Belgium | $1.2M | 14% |
| Spain | $400K | 4.5% |
| Malaysia | $269K | 3.1% |
| China | $108K | 1.2% |
| Netherlands | $104K | 1.2% |
| Germany | $68K | 0.8% |
| United States | $1K | 0% |
| India | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.68 per kg, close to the world average of $2.54.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia methionine imports (HS 2930.40): 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 2930.40: Organo-sulphur compounds: methionine.
Common questions
What is the value of methionine imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported methionine worth $8.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 53rd of 156 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 46% on 2023.
Which countries supply methionine to Tunisia?
France was the largest supplier with 60% of the value ($5.3 million), followed by Japan (15%) and Belgium (14%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 647% on the year.
What is the average import price of methionine per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.68 per kg in 2024, 6% above the world average of $2.54 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of methionine to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $160 thousand in 2017 to $8.8 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for methionine?
The HS code for methionine is subheading 2930.40. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2930 page.
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