Steam and sand blasting machines imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tunisia imported steam and sand blasting machines worth $2.7 million (188 tonnes). That is 30% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $6.4 million.
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 | $2.7M | 188 t |
| 2023 | $2.1M | 190 t |
| 2022 | $2.4M | 178 t |
| 2021 | $4.0M | 246 t |
| 2020 | $2.3M | 146 t |
| 2019 | $2.3M | 152 t |
| 2018 | $6.4M | 370 t |
| 2017 | $2.6M | 144 t |
Where Tunisia imports steam and sand blasting machines from
Most of the value came from China (33%), Germany (22%), France (13%). Among the main suppliers, Poland grew fastest (+318% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $885K | 33% |
| Germany | $597K | 22% |
| France | $346K | 13% |
| Italy | $328K | 12% |
| Netherlands | $174K | 6.4% |
| Poland | $60K | 2.2% |
| Belgium | $59K | 2.2% |
| Greece | $57K | 2.1% |
| Switzerland | $34K | 1.2% |
| Sweden | $28K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $14.41 per kg, 37% above the world average of $10.51. 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 steam and sand blasting machines imports (HS 8424.30): 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 8424.30: Mechanical appliances: steam or sand blasting machines and similar jet projecting machines.
Common questions
What is the value of steam and sand blasting machines imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported steam and sand blasting machines worth $2.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 188 tonnes. That ranks it 91st of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 30% on 2023.
Which countries supply steam and sand blasting machines to Tunisia?
China was the largest supplier with 33% of the value ($885 thousand), followed by Germany (22%) and France (13%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. Poland grew fastest among the top ten, up 318% on the year.
What is the average import price of steam and sand blasting machines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $14.41 per kg in 2024, 37% above the world average of $10.51 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of steam and sand blasting machines to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.6 million in 2017 to $2.7 million in 2024, an increase of 4%. The peak was 2018 at $6.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for steam and sand blasting machines?
The HS code for steam and sand blasting machines is subheading 8424.30. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8424 page.
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