Pepper and chili exports from Tunisia: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of pepper and chili by Tunisia reached $20.5 million in 2024 (6.8 thousand tonnes). That is 26% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 28% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $20.5M | 6.8K t |
| 2023 | $16.2M | 8.9K t |
| 2022 | $24.6M | 11.5K t |
| 2021 | $18.9M | 11.8K t |
| 2020 | $14.4M | 8.6K t |
| 2019 | $19.9M | 10.9K t |
| 2018 | $25.0M | 12.9K t |
| 2017 | $3.7M | 3.3K t |
Where Tunisia exports pepper and chili to
The largest buyer markets were Libya (42%), France (20%), Algeria (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Algeria grew fastest (+583% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Libya | $8.5M | 42% |
| France | $4.2M | 20% |
| Algeria | $2.6M | 13% |
| United States | $1.6M | 7.7% |
| Italy | $1.1M | 5.5% |
| Qatar | $475K | 2.3% |
| Belgium | $463K | 2.3% |
| Germany | $389K | 1.9% |
| Canada | $315K | 1.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $251K | 1.2% |
Product types under HS 0904
| 0904.22 | Ground chili powder | 99% |
| 0904.21 | Dried chili peppers | 1% |
| 0904.11 | Peppercorns | 0.3% |
| 0904.12 | Ground black pepper | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 0904.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.00 per kg, close to the world average of $3.56.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Pepper and chili imports to Tunisia
In 2024, Tunisia imported pepper and chili worth $5.1 million (1.2 thousand tonnes). The largest suppliers were India (33%), China (28%), Turkey (14%). Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+316% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia pepper and chili exports (HS 0904): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Mirror data: built from the shipment records of the countries that trade with it.
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 0904: Pepper of the genus piper; dried or crushed or ground fruits of the genus capsicum or of the genus pimenta.
Common questions
What is the value of pepper and chili exported by Tunisia?
Tunisia exported pepper and chili worth $20.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 23rd of 180 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 26% on 2023.
Which countries buy pepper and chili from Tunisia?
Libya was the largest buyer with 42% of the value ($8.5 million), followed by France (20%) and Algeria (13%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 46 buyer countries in total. Algeria grew fastest among the top ten, up 583% on the year.
What is the average export price of pepper and chili per kg?
The average declared export value was about $3.00 per kg in 2024, 16% below the world average of $3.56 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of pepper and chili from Tunisia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $3.7 million in 2017 to $20.5 million in 2024, an increase of 457%. The peak was 2018 at $25.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $17.9 million a year.
Does Tunisia also import pepper and chili?
Yes. Tunisia imported $5.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from India, China and Turkey. On balance Tunisia is a net exporter of this product, by about $15.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for pepper and chili?
The HS code for pepper and chili is heading 0904. In Tunisia the largest six-digit codes were 0904.22 (99% of the value) and 0904.21 (1%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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