Padlocks imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tunisia imported padlocks worth $15.8 million (619 tonnes). That is 6% 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 | $15.8M | 619 t |
| 2023 | $14.9M | 2.1K t |
| 2022 | $17.6M | 2.6K t |
| 2021 | $16.2M | 2.4K t |
| 2020 | $12.4M | 2.3K t |
| 2019 | $14.8M | 2.6K t |
| 2018 | $16.1M | 2.4K t |
| 2017 | $18.1M | 2.2K t |
Where Tunisia imports padlocks from
Most of the value came from China (34%), Italy (20%), France (16%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+34% on the year before).
Product types under HS 8301
| 8301.40 | Door locks | 60% |
| 8301.60 | Lock parts | 17% |
| 8301.20 | Vehicle locks | 10% |
| 8301.70 | Metal keys | 5.7% |
| 8301.10 | Key padlocks | 5.7% |
| 8301.30 | Furniture locks | 1.9% |
| 8301.50 | Latch clasps | 0.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8301.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $25.48 per kg, 103% above the world average of $12.53. 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.
Padlocks exports from Tunisia
Tunisia exported $13.4 million of padlocks in 2024 (605 tonnes). Most of it went to France (40%), Germany (29%), Italy (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+152% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $5.3M | 40% |
| Germany | $3.9M | 29% |
| Italy | $1.6M | 12% |
| Ukraine | $1.3M | 9.7% |
| China | $220K | 1.7% |
| Morocco | $188K | 1.4% |
| North Macedonia | $157K | 1.2% |
| United Kingdom | $97K | 0.7% |
| United States | $92K | 0.7% |
| Brazil | $89K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia padlocks imports (HS 8301): 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 8301: Padlocks and locks (key, combination, electrically operated) of base metal; clasps and frames with clasps incorporating locks, of base metal, keys for any or the foregoing articles, of base metal.
Common questions
What is the value of padlocks imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported padlocks worth $15.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 619 tonnes. That ranks it 85th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply padlocks to Tunisia?
China was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($5.4 million), followed by Italy (20%) and France (16%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 41 supplier countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 55% on the year.
What is the average import price of padlocks per kg?
The average declared import value was about $25.48 per kg in 2024, 103% above the world average of $12.53 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of padlocks to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $18.1 million in 2017 to $15.8 million in 2024, a fall of 13%. The peak was 2017 at $18.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $15.7 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export padlocks?
Yes. Tunisia exported $13.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, Germany and Italy. That compares with imports of $15.8 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for padlocks?
The HS code for padlocks is heading 8301. In Tunisia the largest six-digit codes were 8301.40 (60% of the value) and 8301.60 (17%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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