Non-metal permanent magnets imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
Tunisia imported $2.1 million of non-metal permanent magnets in 2024 (74 tonnes). That is 56% more than in 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 | $2.1M | 74 t |
| 2023 | $1.3M | 77 t |
| 2022 | $1.0M | 93 t |
| 2021 | $1.2M | 130 t |
| 2020 | $1.7M | 111 t |
| 2019 | $2.4M | 171 t |
| 2018 | $1.7M | 157 t |
| 2017 | $1.8M | 289 t |
Where Tunisia imports non-metal permanent magnets from
China alone supplied 66% of it. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.4M | 66% |
| Germany | $190K | 9.2% |
| France | $148K | 7.2% |
| United States | $122K | 5.9% |
| Italy | $97K | 4.7% |
| Romania | $86K | 4.2% |
| South Korea | $25K | 1.2% |
| Austria | $12K | 0.6% |
| Portugal | $10K | 0.5% |
| Turkey | $6K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $27.78 per kg, 393% above the world average of $5.64. 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.
Non-metal permanent magnets exports from Tunisia
In 2024, Tunisia exported non-metal permanent magnets worth $1.1 million (256 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: France accounted for 98% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $1.1M | 98% |
| Morocco | $11K | 1% |
| United States | $7K | 0.7% |
| Libya | $5K | 0.5% |
| Thailand | $1K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $1K | 0.1% |
| South Korea | $0K | 0% |
| Moldova | $0K | 0% |
| Poland | $0K | 0% |
| Austria | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia non-metal permanent magnets imports (HS 8505.19): 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 8505.19: Magnets: permanent magnets and articles intended to become permanent magnets after magnetisation, other than of metal.
Common questions
What is the value of non-metal permanent magnets imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported non-metal permanent magnets worth $2.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 74 tonnes. That ranks it 53rd of 203 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 56% on 2023.
Which countries supply non-metal permanent magnets to Tunisia?
China was the largest supplier with 66% of the value ($1.4 million), followed by Germany (9%) and France (7%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. Romania grew fastest among the top ten, up 842% on the year.
What is the average import price of non-metal permanent magnets per kg?
The average declared import value was about $27.78 per kg in 2024, 393% above the world average of $5.64 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of non-metal permanent magnets to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.8 million in 2017 to $2.1 million in 2024, an increase of 13%. The peak was 2019 at $2.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.7 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export non-metal permanent magnets?
Yes. Tunisia exported $1.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, Morocco and the United States. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $982 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for non-metal permanent magnets?
The HS code for non-metal permanent magnets is subheading 8505.19. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8505 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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