Prepared anchovies exports from Tunisia: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of prepared anchovies by Tunisia reached $18.9 million in 2024 (1.5 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 79 countries. That is 17% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% 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 | $18.9M | 1.5K t |
| 2023 | $16.1M | 1.5K t |
| 2022 | $9.7M | 1.1K t |
| 2021 | $10.0M | 890 t |
| 2020 | $12.3M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $12.1M | 1.3K t |
| 2018 | $11.5M | 1.3K t |
| 2017 | $9.6M | 1.1K t |
Where Tunisia exports prepared anchovies to
Italy alone took 85% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $16.1M | 85% |
| Russia | $2.7M | 14% |
| Spain | $98K | 0.5% |
| United Kingdom | $33K | 0.2% |
| Algeria | $6K | 0% |
| Ukraine | $1K | 0% |
| Maldives | $0K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.99 per kg, 21% above the world average of $10.72. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia prepared anchovies exports (HS 1604.16): 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 1604.16: Fish preparations: anchovies, prepared or preserved, whole or in pieces (but not minced).
Common questions
What is the value of prepared anchovies exported by Tunisia?
Tunisia exported prepared anchovies worth $18.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 79 countries worldwide, with 4% of world exports. The value was up 17% on 2023.
Which countries buy prepared anchovies from Tunisia?
Italy was the largest buyer with 85% of the value ($16.1 million), followed by Russia (14%) and Spain (1%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 7 buyer countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 86% on the year.
What is the average export price of prepared anchovies per kg?
The average declared export value was about $12.99 per kg in 2024, 21% above the world average of $10.72 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of prepared anchovies from Tunisia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $9.6 million in 2017 to $18.9 million in 2024, an increase of 97%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $12.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for prepared anchovies?
The HS code for prepared anchovies is subheading 1604.16. It sits in HS chapter 16 (meat, fish, crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates, or insects; preparations thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1604 page.
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