Rice imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of rice by Tunisia reached $26.1 million in 2024 (23.2 thousand tonnes). That is 159% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% 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 | $26.1M | 23.2K t |
| 2023 | $10.1M | 13.3K t |
| 2022 | $23.7M | 29.0K t |
| 2021 | $10.3M | 17.0K t |
| 2020 | $13.8M | 25.8K t |
| 2019 | $11.1M | 24.0K t |
| 2018 | $14.0M | 28.7K t |
| 2017 | $10.5M | 24.6K t |
Where Tunisia imports rice from
Thailand alone supplied 70% of it. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+352% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $18.4M | 71% |
| India | $5.6M | 21% |
| Portugal | $672K | 2.6% |
| Pakistan | $627K | 2.4% |
| Spain | $354K | 1.4% |
| Italy | $272K | 1% |
| Vietnam | $104K | 0.4% |
| France | $83K | 0.3% |
| Turkey | $32K | 0.1% |
| China | $8K | 0% |
Product types under HS 1006
| 1006.30 | Milled rice | 99% |
| 1006.20 | Brown rice | 0.6% |
| 1006.40 | Broken rice | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 1006.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.12 per kg, 75% above the world average of $0.64. 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.
Rice exports from Tunisia
Tunisia exported $432 thousand of rice in 2024 (391 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Pakistan accounted for 81% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | $349K | 81% |
| Portugal | $72K | 17% |
| France | $4K | 0.9% |
| Palestine | $4K | 0.8% |
| Austria | $2K | 0.4% |
| Angola | $1K | 0.3% |
| Slovenia | $0K | 0% |
| Montenegro | $0K | 0% |
| Belgium | $0K | 0% |
| Germany | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia rice imports (HS 1006): 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 1006: Rice.
Common questions
What is the value of rice imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported rice worth $26.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 23.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 122nd of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 159% on 2023.
Which countries supply rice to Tunisia?
Thailand was the largest supplier with 70% of the value ($18.4 million), followed by India (21%) and Portugal (3%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 12 supplier countries in total. Vietnam grew fastest among the top ten, up 733% on the year.
What is the average import price of rice per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.12 per kg in 2024, 75% above the world average of $0.64 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of rice to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.5 million in 2017 to $26.1 million in 2024, an increase of 150%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $14.9 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export rice?
Yes. Tunisia exported $432 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Pakistan, Portugal and France. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $25.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for rice?
The HS code for rice is heading 1006. In Tunisia the largest six-digit codes were 1006.30 (99% of the value) and 1006.20 (1%).
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