Other sugars imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tunisia imported other sugars worth $18.3 million (20.8 thousand tonnes). That is 17% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 25% 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 | $18.3M | 20.8K t |
| 2023 | $15.6M | 16.2K t |
| 2022 | $15.9M | 17.6K t |
| 2021 | $11.1M | 16.4K t |
| 2020 | $8.9M | 15.6K t |
| 2019 | $8.9M | 16.4K t |
| 2018 | $9.6M | 13.7K t |
| 2017 | $3.8M | 5.7K t |
Where Tunisia imports other sugars from
Most of the value came from Egypt (35%), Saudi Arabia (24%), France (7%). Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+543% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $6.4M | 35% |
| Saudi Arabia | $4.5M | 24% |
| France | $1.3M | 7.3% |
| Slovakia | $1.2M | 6.8% |
| Germany | $1.1M | 5.8% |
| China | $932K | 5.1% |
| Italy | $664K | 3.6% |
| Spain | $620K | 3.4% |
| Netherlands | $515K | 2.8% |
| Turkey | $324K | 1.8% |
Product types under HS 1702
| 1702.30 | Glucose syrup | 56% |
| 1702.40 | High-fructose corn syrup | 14% |
| 1702.90 | Sugar blends and invert sugar | 10% |
| 1702.11 | High-purity lactose | 9.2% |
| 1702.60 | Fructose syrup | 8.7% |
| 1702.19 | Lactose syrup | 1.8% |
| 1702.50 | Pure fructose | 0.6% |
| 1702.20 | Maple sugar | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 1702.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.88 per kg, close to the world average of $0.82.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Other sugars exports from Tunisia
In 2024, Tunisia exported other sugars worth $7.2 million (4.3 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Senegal (30%), Libya (19%), Burkina Faso (18%). Among the main buyer markets, Burkina Faso grew fastest (+240% on the year before).
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The shipment records behind Tunisia other sugars imports (HS 1702): 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 1702: Sugars, including lactose, maltose, glucose or fructose in solid form; sugar syrups without added flavouring or colouring matter; artificial honey, whether or not mixed with natural honey; caramel.
Common questions
What is the value of other sugars imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported other sugars worth $18.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 20.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 64th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply other sugars to Tunisia?
Egypt was the largest supplier with 35% of the value ($6.4 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (24%) and France (7%). The top three together account for 67%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 543% on the year.
What is the average import price of other sugars per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.88 per kg in 2024, 7% above the world average of $0.82 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of other sugars to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.8 million in 2017 to $18.3 million in 2024, an increase of 376%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $11.5 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export other sugars?
Yes. Tunisia exported $7.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Senegal, Libya and Burkina Faso. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $11.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for other sugars?
The HS code for other sugars is heading 1702. In Tunisia the largest six-digit codes were 1702.30 (56% of the value) and 1702.40 (13%).
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