Surveying instruments exports from Tunisia: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of surveying instruments by Tunisia reached $19.8 million in 2024 (39 tonnes). Value rose 27% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 48% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $19.8M | 39 t |
| 2023 | $15.6M | 187 t |
| 2022 | $13.0M | 186 t |
| 2021 | $20.1M | 238 t |
| 2020 | $21.8M | 198 t |
| 2019 | $21.4M | 354 t |
| 2018 | $17.1M | 200 t |
| 2017 | $1.3M | 43 t |
Where Tunisia exports surveying instruments to
Most of it went to Algeria (24%), Libya (23%), France (16%). Among the main buyer markets, Algeria grew fastest (+236% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Algeria | $4.7M | 24% |
| Libya | $4.6M | 23% |
| France | $3.3M | 16% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.7M | 8.7% |
| United States | $852K | 4.3% |
| Morocco | $656K | 3.3% |
| Germany | $556K | 2.8% |
| Italy | $528K | 2.7% |
| Netherlands | $510K | 2.6% |
| Spain | $445K | 2.2% |
Product types under HS 9015
| 9015.80 | Surveying instruments (other) | 55% |
| 9015.90 | Surveying instrument parts | 40% |
| 9015.20 | Theodolites | 2.7% |
| 9015.40 | Photogrammetry equipment | 1.1% |
| 9015.30 | Spirit levels and transit levels | 0.9% |
| 9015.10 | Rangefinders | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 9015.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $513.88 per kg, 392% above the world average of $104.45. 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.
Surveying instruments imports to Tunisia
Imports of surveying instruments by Tunisia reached $7.7 million in 2024 (18 tonnes). The largest suppliers were United States (26%), Germany (17%), China (16%). Among the main suppliers, Canada grew fastest (+959% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $2.0M | 26% |
| Germany | $1.3M | 17% |
| China | $1.2M | 16% |
| Norway | $613K | 8% |
| France | $507K | 6.6% |
| United Kingdom | $294K | 3.8% |
| Japan | $276K | 3.6% |
| Singapore | $187K | 2.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $178K | 2.3% |
| Canada | $171K | 2.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia surveying instruments exports (HS 9015): 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 9015: Surveying (including photogrammetrical surveying), hydrographic, oceanographic, hydrological, meteorological or geophysical instruments and appliances, excluding compasses, rangefinders.
Common questions
What is the value of surveying instruments exported by Tunisia?
Tunisia exported surveying instruments worth $19.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 39 tonnes. That ranks it 41st of 200 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 27% on 2023.
Which countries buy surveying instruments from Tunisia?
Algeria was the largest buyer with 24% of the value ($4.7 million), followed by Libya (23%) and France (16%). The top three together account for 63%, out of 55 buyer countries in total. Algeria grew fastest among the top ten, up 236% on the year.
What is the average export price of surveying instruments per kg?
The average declared export value was about $513.88 per kg in 2024, 392% above the world average of $104.45 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of surveying instruments from Tunisia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1.3 million in 2017 to $19.8 million in 2024. The peak was 2020 at $21.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $16.3 million a year.
Does Tunisia also import surveying instruments?
Yes. Tunisia imported $7.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the United States, Germany and China. On balance Tunisia is a net exporter of this product, by about $12.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for surveying instruments?
The HS code for surveying instruments is heading 9015. In Tunisia the largest six-digit codes were 9015.80 (55% of the value) and 9015.90 (40%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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