Tomato paste exports from Tunisia: data, top buyers and prices
Tunisia exported $15.1 million of tomato paste in 2024 (9.1 thousand tonnes). Value fell 9% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 56% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $49.1 million.
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 | $15.1M | 9.1K t |
| 2023 | $16.5M | 10.1K t |
| 2022 | $49.1M | 39.6K t |
| 2021 | $23.5M | 18.5K t |
| 2020 | $10.0M | 8.5K t |
| 2019 | $4.1M | 3.5K t |
| 2018 | $7.3M | 5.9K t |
| 2017 | $666K | 478 t |
Where Tunisia exports tomato paste to
Libya alone took 68% of it. Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+852% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Libya | $10.2M | 68% |
| France | $2.8M | 18% |
| Mauritius | $556K | 3.7% |
| Morocco | $370K | 2.5% |
| Qatar | $361K | 2.4% |
| Poland | $281K | 1.9% |
| Canada | $173K | 1.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $74K | 0.5% |
| Germany | $72K | 0.5% |
| Italy | $71K | 0.5% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.65 per kg, close to the world average of $1.44.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia tomato paste exports (HS 2002.90): 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 2002.90: Vegetable preparations: tomatoes, (other than whole or in pieces), prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid.
Common questions
What is the value of tomato paste exported by Tunisia?
Tunisia exported tomato paste worth $15.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 21st of 138 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 9% on 2023.
Which countries buy tomato paste from Tunisia?
Libya was the largest buyer with 68% of the value ($10.2 million), followed by France (18%) and Mauritius (4%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 30 buyer countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 852% on the year.
What is the average export price of tomato paste per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.65 per kg in 2024, 15% above the world average of $1.44 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of tomato paste from Tunisia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $666 thousand in 2017 to $15.1 million in 2024. The peak was 2022 at $49.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $15.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for tomato paste?
The HS code for tomato paste is subheading 2002.90. It sits in HS chapter 20 (preparations of vegetables, fruit, nuts or other parts of plants). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2002 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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