Türkiye-Tunisia Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $1.61B total volume •Türkiye surplus: $1.03B

TürkiyeTunisia

$1.32B

Exports (2023)

TunisiaTürkiye

$290.71M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$1.03B

Surplus for Türkiye

Total Trade

$1.61B

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Türkiye and Tunisia. Green line shows exports from Türkiye, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

Comprehensive breakdown of trade flows by product category, revealing the specialized nature of the Türkiye-Tunisia commercial relationship and competitive positioning in global markets.

TürkiyeTunisia Exports

$1.32B
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
7.9% top product
1Petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: liquefied, n.e.c. in heading no. 2711
$104.64M
7.9% of exports
2Fabrics, woven: containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, of yarns of different colours, weighing more than 200g/m2, denim
$44.61M
3.4% of exports
3Paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding and webs of soft cellulose fibres: coated, impregnated, covered, surface-decorated or surface-coloured, n.e.c. in heading no. 4811, in rolls or sheets
$31.26M
2.4% of exports
4Cast iron: tubes, pipes and hollow profiles
$26.83M
2.0% of exports
5Medium density fibreboard (MDF), of a thickness exceeding 9 mm
$24.69M
1.9% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Türkiye's export portfolio to Tunisia demonstrates strategic specialization, with petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: liquefied, n.e.c. in heading no. 2711 representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

TunisiaTürkiye Imports

$290.71M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
13.3% concentration
1Phosphoric acid and polyphosphoric acids
$38.59M
13.3% of imports
2Fertilizers, mineral or chemical: diammonium hydrogenorthophosphate (diammonium phosphate)
$34.12M
11.7% of imports
3Boards, panels, consoles, desks and other bases: for electric control or the distribution of electricity, (other than switching apparatus of heading no. 8517), for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts
$16.45M
5.7% of imports
4Natural calcium phosphates, natural aluminium calcium phosphates and phosphatic chalk: unground
$12.88M
4.4% of imports
5Fruit, edible: dates, fresh or dried
$12.75M
4.4% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Türkiye's import pattern from Tunisia reveals significant dependencyin phosphoric acid and polyphosphoric acids, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Türkiye demonstrates competitive strength in exportingpetroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: liquefied, n.e.c. in heading no. 2711 to Tunisia, leveraging comparative advantages.

Export Leader in 5+ Categories
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Trade Complementarity

The bilateral relationship showsmoderatecomplementarity, with each country specializing in different sectors.

Specialized Exchange
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Growth Potential

The $1.61B trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Türkiye-Tunisia Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $1.61 billionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Türkiye maintains a surplus of $1.03 billion
  • Export Focus: Türkiye's primary exports include petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: liquefied, n.e.c. in heading no. 2711, fabrics, woven: containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, of yarns of different colours, weighing more than 200g/m2, denim, paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding and webs of soft cellulose fibres: coated, impregnated, covered, surface-decorated or surface-coloured, n.e.c. in heading no. 4811, in rolls or sheets
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Tunisia include phosphoric acid and polyphosphoric acids, fertilizers, mineral or chemical: diammonium hydrogenorthophosphate (diammonium phosphate), boards, panels, consoles, desks and other bases: for electric control or the distribution of electricity, (other than switching apparatus of heading no. 8517), for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts

Strategic Trade Indicators

Trade IntensityHigh
Export DiversificationConcentrated
Trade Balance HealthImbalanced

📈 Market Position: This bilateral trade relationship represents an important regional trade partnerships, with complementary economic strengths driving sustained commercial exchange.

Historical Trade Analysis & Economic Context

Trade Evolution Timeline

2019-2023: Recent Trends

Current trade volume of $1.61B represents the culmination of evolving bilateral commercial relationships, influenced by global supply chain shifts and changing economic priorities.

2015-2019: Growth Period

Sustained expansion in bilateral trade driven by complementary economic structures, with Türkiye leveraging its comparative advantages in petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: liquefied, n.e.c. in heading no. 2711.

2010-2015: Foundation Building

Establishment of modern trade frameworks and reduction of barriers, facilitating increased commercial exchange and investment flows between the two economies.

Pre-2010: Early Development

Initial stages of bilateral trade relationship development, with focus on traditional export-import patterns and gradual market integration.

Key Economic Drivers

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Comparative Advantage

Türkiye's specialization in petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: liquefied, n.e.c. in heading no. 2711complements Tunisia's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in phosphoric acid and polyphosphoric acids.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $1.61B bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $1.61B bilateral trade volume positions this relationship for continued growth, supported by technological advancement, evolving consumer preferences, and strengthening economic ties. Key opportunities lie in expanding cooperation in emerging sectors while managing potential supply chain vulnerabilities.

Economic Impact & Strategic Outlook

Economic Impact Assessment

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Trade Volume Impact

The $1.61 billion bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: liquefied, n.e.c. in heading no. 2711 and phosphoric acid and polyphosphoric acids demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Türkiye's trade surplus of $1.03 billion strengthens its overall economic position in this bilateral relationship.

Balance Impact: Export Advantage

Strategic Future Outlook

🚀Growth Opportunities

Emerging Sectors
Technology transfer and innovation cooperation in fabrics, woven: containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, of yarns of different colours, weighing more than 200g/m2, denim present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on phosphoric acid and polyphosphoric acids, new product categories offer potential for trade expansion.

⚠️Risk Factors

Supply Chain Vulnerabilities
High trade imbalance may create supply chain risks
Market Competition
Global competition in petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: liquefied, n.e.c. in heading no. 2711 may affect future market positioning.

🎯Strategic Recommendations

  • Strengthen cooperation in high-value sectors beyond current trade patterns
  • Develop alternative supply chains to reduce dependency risks
  • Explore joint ventures in emerging technology sectors
  • Enhance trade facilitation and reduce transaction costs

Market Position & Competitive Summary

The bilateral trade relationship between Türkiye and Tunisia represents a total trade volume of $1.61 billion in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Türkiye, with exports exceeding importsby $1.03 billion.

Export Strengths

Türkiye's exports to Tunisia total $1.32 billion, with competitive advantages in petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: liquefied, n.e.c. in heading no. 2711, representing $104.64M or7.9% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Tunisia amount to $290.71 million, highlighting economic interdependence in phosphoric acid and polyphosphoric acids, with Phosphoric acid and polyphosphoric acids comprising13.3% of total imports.

The trade relationship reflects broader economic patterns and comparative advantages. The trade surplus indicates Türkiye's competitive position in this bilateral relationship. This partnership is characterized by complementary trade flows, with each country specializing in different product categories based on their respective economic strengths, industrial capabilities, and position in global value chains.

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Data Source: CEPII BACI (Base pour l'Analyse du Commerce International) • Last Updated: January 2025 • Coverage: 1995-2023