Specialized machinery imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of specialized machinery by Tunisia reached $154.7 million in 2024 (11.2 thousand tonnes). That is 17% 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 | $154.7M | 11.2K t |
| 2023 | $132.2M | 5.1K t |
| 2022 | $145.3M | 6.6K t |
| 2021 | $147.0M | 6.2K t |
| 2020 | $108.6M | 4.9K t |
| 2019 | $145.8M | 7.7K t |
| 2018 | $171.9M | 7.3K t |
| 2017 | $144.7M | 7.4K t |
Where Tunisia imports specialized machinery from
Most of the value came from Germany (18%), Italy (16%), China (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 43%. Among the main suppliers, Poland grew fastest (+937% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $27.2M | 18% |
| Italy | $24.4M | 16% |
| China | $14.6M | 9.4% |
| France | $14.2M | 9.2% |
| Turkey | $12.5M | 8.1% |
| Egypt | $9.6M | 6.2% |
| United States | $8.8M | 5.7% |
| Switzerland | $8.0M | 5.2% |
| Poland | $5.6M | 3.6% |
| Spain | $4.4M | 2.8% |
Product types under HS 8479
| 8479.89 | Specialized machinery (other types) | 42% |
| 8479.90 | Specialized machinery parts | 21% |
| 8479.20 | Oil extraction and pressing machinery | 18% |
| 8479.81 | Metal treating and winding machinery | 5.8% |
| 8479.40 | Rope and cable making machines | 5.3% |
| 8479.82 | Industrial mixing and homogenizing machines | 4.2% |
| 8479.50 | Industrial robots | 2% |
| 8479.10 | Construction and public works machinery | 1.5% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8479.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.75 per kg, 26% below the world average of $18.55, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Specialized machinery exports from Tunisia
In 2024, Tunisia exported specialized machinery worth $54.9 million (1.6 thousand tonnes). Libya alone took 53% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Libya grew fastest (+418% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Libya | $29.1M | 53% |
| Algeria | $12.2M | 22% |
| Italy | $3.5M | 6.3% |
| Morocco | $2.0M | 3.7% |
| Switzerland | $1.1M | 2.1% |
| France | $1.0M | 1.8% |
| Germany | $789K | 1.4% |
| China | $687K | 1.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $617K | 1.1% |
| United Kingdom | $318K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia specialized machinery imports (HS 8479): 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 8479: Machinery and mechanical appliances; having individual functions, n.e.c. in this chapter.
Common questions
What is the value of specialized machinery imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported specialized machinery worth $154.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 11.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 66th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply specialized machinery to Tunisia?
Germany was the largest supplier with 18% of the value ($27.2 million), followed by Italy (16%) and China (9%). The top three together account for 43%, out of 63 supplier countries in total. Poland grew fastest among the top ten, up 937% on the year.
What is the average import price of specialized machinery per kg?
The average declared import value was about $13.75 per kg in 2024, 26% below the world average of $18.55 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of specialized machinery to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $144.7 million in 2017 to $154.7 million in 2024, an increase of 7%. The peak was 2018 at $171.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $143.8 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export specialized machinery?
Yes. Tunisia exported $54.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Libya, Algeria and Italy. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $99.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for specialized machinery?
The HS code for specialized machinery is heading 8479. In Tunisia the largest six-digit codes were 8479.89 (41% of the value) and 8479.90 (21%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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