Other oil seeds imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of other oil seeds by Tunisia reached $29.0 million in 2024 (11.2 thousand tonnes). Value rose 7% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% 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 | $29.0M | 11.2K t |
| 2023 | $27.1M | 13.8K t |
| 2022 | $21.5M | 12.4K t |
| 2021 | $15.0M | 10.4K t |
| 2020 | $24.1M | 15.8K t |
| 2019 | $22.9M | 13.9K t |
| 2018 | $18.2M | 12.7K t |
| 2017 | $12.2M | 12.5K t |
Where Tunisia imports other oil seeds from
Sudan alone supplied 70% of it. Among the main suppliers, Egypt grew fastest (+34% on the year before).
Product types under HS 1207
| 1207.40 | Sesame seeds | 90% |
| 1207.70 | Melon seeds | 6.4% |
| 1207.99 | Oil seeds (other species) | 3.4% |
| 1207.60 | Safflower seeds | 0.1% |
| 1207.29 | Cotton seed cake | 0% |
| 1207.30 | Oil seeds: castor oil seeds, whether or not broken | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 1207.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.60 per kg, 88% above the world average of $1.38. 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.
Other oil seeds exports from Tunisia
Exports of other oil seeds by Tunisia reached $918 thousand in 2024 (362 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Algeria (32%), Pakistan (17%), Morocco (16%). Among the main buyer markets, Russia grew fastest (+210% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia other oil seeds imports (HS 1207): 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 1207: Oil seeds and oleaginous fruits, n.e.c. in chapter 12; whether or not broken.
Common questions
What is the value of other oil seeds imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported other oil seeds worth $29.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 11.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 37th of 214 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply other oil seeds to Tunisia?
Sudan was the largest supplier with 70% of the value ($20.3 million), followed by Egypt (18%) and France (3%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 819% on the year.
What is the average import price of other oil seeds per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.60 per kg in 2024, 88% above the world average of $1.38 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of other oil seeds to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.2 million in 2017 to $29.0 million in 2024, an increase of 139%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $21.2 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export other oil seeds?
Yes. Tunisia exported $918 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Algeria, Pakistan and Morocco. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $28.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for other oil seeds?
The HS code for other oil seeds is heading 1207. In Tunisia the largest six-digit codes were 1207.40 (90% of the value) and 1207.70 (6%).
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