Microtomes imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tunisia imported microtomes worth $5.3 million (16 tonnes). That is 32% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $11.6 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 | $5.3M | 16 t |
| 2023 | $7.8M | 36 t |
| 2022 | $9.0M | 41 t |
| 2021 | $11.6M | 47 t |
| 2020 | $6.8M | 37 t |
| 2019 | $7.2M | 41 t |
| 2018 | $5.5M | 30 t |
| 2017 | $5.9M | 54 t |
Where Tunisia imports microtomes from
The largest suppliers were France (26%), Germany (21%), United States (10%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $1.4M | 27% |
| Germany | $1.1M | 21% |
| United States | $558K | 10% |
| China | $533K | 10% |
| Japan | $395K | 7.4% |
| Netherlands | $210K | 3.9% |
| Finland | $207K | 3.9% |
| Ireland | $152K | 2.9% |
| Italy | $142K | 2.7% |
| United Kingdom | $106K | 2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $338.07 per kg, 113% above the world average of $158.75. 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.
Microtomes exports from Tunisia
Exports of microtomes by Tunisia reached $2.2 million in 2024 (4 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Iceland (49%), France (16%), Switzerland (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Iceland | $1.1M | 49% |
| France | $354K | 16% |
| Switzerland | $184K | 8.2% |
| India | $172K | 7.7% |
| Germany | $152K | 6.8% |
| United States | $67K | 3% |
| Japan | $31K | 1.4% |
| Libya | $29K | 1.3% |
| Algeria | $24K | 1.1% |
| Austria | $21K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia microtomes imports (HS 9027.90): 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 9027.90: Microtomes and parts and accessories thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of microtomes imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported microtomes worth $5.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 16 tonnes. That ranks it 86th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 32% on 2023.
Which countries supply microtomes to Tunisia?
France was the largest supplier with 26% of the value ($1.4 million), followed by Germany (21%) and the United States (10%). The top three together account for 58%, out of 41 supplier countries in total. Finland grew fastest among the top ten, up 14% on the year.
What is the average import price of microtomes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $338.07 per kg in 2024, 113% above the world average of $158.75 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of microtomes to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.9 million in 2017 to $5.3 million in 2024, a fall of 10%. The peak was 2021 at $11.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.4 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export microtomes?
Yes. Tunisia exported $2.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Iceland, France and Switzerland. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $3.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for microtomes?
The HS code for microtomes is subheading 9027.90. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9027 page.
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