Refractory bricks (other compositions) imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
Tunisia imported $4.5 million of refractory bricks (other compositions) in 2024 (574 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 166% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 21% 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 | $4.5M | 574 t |
| 2023 | $1.7M | 1.6K t |
| 2022 | $1.9M | 1.7K t |
| 2021 | $1.1M | 1.1K t |
| 2020 | $704K | 503 t |
| 2019 | $868K | 686 t |
| 2018 | $2.1M | 1.8K t |
| 2017 | $1.2M | 1.5K t |
Where Tunisia imports refractory bricks (other compositions) from
China alone supplied 53% of it. Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+37% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.4M | 53% |
| Spain | $1.7M | 38% |
| Italy | $164K | 3.7% |
| United States | $85K | 1.9% |
| Egypt | $57K | 1.3% |
| India | $51K | 1.1% |
| France | $35K | 0.8% |
| Germany | $7K | 0.2% |
| Portugal | $6K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $5K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.79 per kg, 608% above the world average of $1.10. 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.
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The shipment records behind Tunisia refractory bricks (other compositions) imports (HS 6902.90): 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 6902.90: Refractory bricks, blocks, tiles and similar refractory ceramic constructional goods: n.e.c. in item no. 6902.1 or 6902.2.
Common questions
What is the value of refractory bricks (other compositions) imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported refractory bricks (other compositions) worth $4.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 574 tonnes. That ranks it 41st of 196 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 166% on 2023.
Which countries supply refractory bricks (other compositions) to Tunisia?
China was the largest supplier with 53% of the value ($2.4 million), followed by Spain (38%) and Italy (4%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 12 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 130% on the year.
What is the average import price of refractory bricks (other compositions) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.79 per kg in 2024, 608% above the world average of $1.10 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of refractory bricks (other compositions) to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.2 million in 2017 to $4.5 million in 2024, an increase of 277%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for refractory bricks (other compositions)?
The HS code for refractory bricks (other compositions) is subheading 6902.90. It sits in HS chapter 69 (ceramic products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6902 page.
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