Pure aluminium rods imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of pure aluminium rods by Tunisia reached $16.6 million in 2024 (2.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 34% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 28% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $25.2 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
Hover or tap a year for detail.
Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $16.6M | 2.6K t |
| 2023 | $25.2M | 6.0K t |
| 2022 | $24.0M | 5.5K t |
| 2021 | $19.9M | 5.7K t |
| 2020 | $7.9M | 2.7K t |
| 2019 | $11.4M | 3.5K t |
| 2018 | $10.9M | 2.5K t |
| 2017 | $2.9M | 668 t |
Where Tunisia imports pure aluminium rods from
Most of the value came from Saudi Arabia (27%), Egypt (25%), Qatar (17%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+57% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $4.4M | 27% |
| Egypt | $4.1M | 25% |
| Qatar | $2.9M | 17% |
| Turkey | $1.7M | 10% |
| China | $1.2M | 7% |
| Italy | $807K | 4.9% |
| France | $800K | 4.8% |
| Algeria | $210K | 1.3% |
| Greece | $115K | 0.7% |
| Germany | $94K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.32 per kg, 28% above the world average of $4.92. 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.
Pure aluminium rods exports from Tunisia
Tunisia exported $3.0 million of pure aluminium rods in 2024 (406 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: France accounted for 75% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+43% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $2.2M | 75% |
| Belgium | $425K | 14% |
| Qatar | $169K | 5.6% |
| Burkina Faso | $93K | 3.1% |
| Italy | $23K | 0.8% |
| Albania | $16K | 0.5% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $10K | 0.3% |
| Guinea | $8K | 0.3% |
| Libya | $8K | 0.3% |
| Switzerland | $2K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia pure aluminium rods imports (HS 7604.10): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
Shipment records are in the platform
Tell us what you trade and we will show you the latest records on a live call.
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 7604.10: Aluminium: (not alloyed), bars, rods and profiles.
Common questions
What is the value of pure aluminium rods imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported pure aluminium rods worth $16.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 26th of 203 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 34% on 2023.
Which countries supply pure aluminium rods to Tunisia?
Saudi Arabia was the largest supplier with 27% of the value ($4.4 million), followed by Egypt (25%) and Qatar (17%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 168% on the year.
What is the average import price of pure aluminium rods per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.32 per kg in 2024, 28% above the world average of $4.92 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of pure aluminium rods to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.9 million in 2017 to $16.6 million in 2024, an increase of 468%. The peak was 2023 at $25.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $14.9 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export pure aluminium rods?
Yes. Tunisia exported $3.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, Belgium and Qatar. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $13.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for pure aluminium rods?
The HS code for pure aluminium rods is subheading 7604.10. It sits in HS chapter 76 (aluminium and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7604 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For Tunisia, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
Same product, other countries
World pure aluminium rods trade: top importers and exporters
More trade data for Tunisia
See what your buyers are buying.Then decide.
Everything we show you comes from official customs filings — records, not claims. 30 minutes. Your shipment. Your HS code. Real platform. If you don’t see something new about your market by the end of the call, we walk away. No follow-ups.