Orthopedic supports imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tunisia imported orthopedic supports worth $12.7 million (135 tonnes). That is 3% less 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 | $12.7M | 135 t |
| 2023 | $13.1M | 166 t |
| 2022 | $11.8M | 169 t |
| 2021 | $8.5M | 128 t |
| 2020 | $8.4M | 145 t |
| 2019 | $9.1M | 131 t |
| 2018 | $8.9M | 128 t |
| 2017 | $12.8M | 485 t |
Where Tunisia imports orthopedic supports from
Most of the value came from France (35%), Turkey (11%), Spain (9%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+690% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $4.5M | 35% |
| Turkey | $1.4M | 11% |
| Spain | $1.1M | 8.5% |
| Germany | $891K | 7% |
| Netherlands | $774K | 6.1% |
| China | $742K | 5.9% |
| United States | $700K | 5.5% |
| India | $580K | 4.6% |
| Italy | $390K | 3.1% |
| Hungary | $390K | 3.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $93.67 per kg, close to the world average of $89.05.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Orthopedic supports exports from Tunisia
Tunisia exported $43.0 million of orthopedic supports in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). France alone took 80% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $34.4M | 80% |
| Germany | $3.8M | 8.8% |
| Switzerland | $758K | 1.8% |
| Libya | $478K | 1.1% |
| South Africa | $461K | 1.1% |
| Belgium | $449K | 1% |
| Czech Republic | $432K | 1% |
| Netherlands | $353K | 0.8% |
| Australia | $343K | 0.8% |
| Austria | $289K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia orthopedic supports imports (HS 9021.10): 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 9021.10: Orthopaedic or fracture appliances.
Common questions
What is the value of orthopedic supports imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported orthopedic supports worth $12.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 135 tonnes. That ranks it 59th of 213 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply orthopedic supports to Tunisia?
France was the largest supplier with 35% of the value ($4.5 million), followed by Turkey (11%) and Spain (9%). The top three together account for 55%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 690% on the year.
What is the average import price of orthopedic supports per kg?
The average declared import value was about $93.67 per kg in 2024, 5% above the world average of $89.05 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of orthopedic supports to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.8 million in 2017 to $12.7 million in 2024, a fall of 1%. The peak was 2023 at $13.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $10.6 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export orthopedic supports?
Yes. Tunisia exported $43.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, Germany and Switzerland. That compares with imports of $12.7 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for orthopedic supports?
The HS code for orthopedic supports is subheading 9021.10. 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 9021 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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