Seeds for sowing imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of seeds for sowing by Tunisia reached $25.4 million in 2024 (1.6 thousand tonnes). That is 23% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $25.4M | 1.6K t |
| 2023 | $20.6M | 1.2K t |
| 2022 | $18.8M | 2.0K t |
| 2021 | $19.0M | 1.8K t |
| 2020 | $19.4M | 1.3K t |
| 2019 | $17.0M | 1.2K t |
| 2018 | $19.5M | 651 t |
| 2017 | $15.8M | 1.1K t |
Where Tunisia imports seeds for sowing from
Most of the value came from China (13%), France (13%), Italy (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 38%. Among the main suppliers, Guatemala grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.4M | 13% |
| France | $3.3M | 13% |
| Italy | $2.8M | 11% |
| Thailand | $2.7M | 11% |
| India | $2.4M | 9.3% |
| Netherlands | $2.1M | 8.2% |
| United States | $2.0M | 7.9% |
| Guatemala | $1.6M | 6.1% |
| Chile | $1.1M | 4.3% |
| Peru | $771K | 3% |
Product types under HS 1209
| 1209.91 | Vegetable seeds | 82% |
| 1209.29 | Forage crop seeds (other) | 6% |
| 1209.21 | Alfalfa seeds | 4.7% |
| 1209.25 | Ryegrass seeds | 4.3% |
| 1209.99 | Seeds (other species) | 3% |
| 1209.22 | Clover seeds | 0.2% |
| 1209.10 | Sugar beet seeds | 0.1% |
| 1209.23 | Fescue seeds | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 1209.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $15.56 per kg, 66% above the world average of $9.38. 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.
Seeds for sowing exports from Tunisia
In 2024, Tunisia exported seeds for sowing worth $494 thousand (167 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Italy accounted for 77% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Italy grew fastest (+141% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $378K | 77% |
| Togo | $43K | 8.8% |
| Senegal | $33K | 6.8% |
| France | $23K | 4.7% |
| United States | $6K | 1.2% |
| Libya | $3K | 0.6% |
| United Kingdom | $3K | 0.5% |
| Niger | $2K | 0.4% |
| Germany | $1K | 0.3% |
| Netherlands | $1K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia seeds for sowing imports (HS 1209): 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 1209: Seeds, fruit and spores; of a kind used for sowing.
Common questions
What is the value of seeds for sowing imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported seeds for sowing worth $25.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 65th of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 23% on 2023.
Which countries supply seeds for sowing to Tunisia?
China was the largest supplier with 13% of the value ($3.4 million), followed by France (13%) and Italy (11%). The top three together account for 38%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 125% on the year.
What is the average import price of seeds for sowing per kg?
The average declared import value was about $15.56 per kg in 2024, 66% above the world average of $9.38 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of seeds for sowing to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $15.8 million in 2017 to $25.4 million in 2024, an increase of 61%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $19.5 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export seeds for sowing?
Yes. Tunisia exported $494 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Italy, Togo and Senegal. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $24.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for seeds for sowing?
The HS code for seeds for sowing is heading 1209. In Tunisia the largest six-digit codes were 1209.91 (82% of the value) and 1209.29 (6%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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