Carded synthetic staple fibre imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
Tunisia imported $3.4 million of carded synthetic staple fibre in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 55% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $7.6 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 | $3.4M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $7.6M | 3.0K t |
| 2022 | $6.4M | 2.4K t |
| 2021 | $3.8M | 1.9K t |
| 2020 | $5.0M | 2.5K t |
| 2019 | $6.3M | 2.9K t |
| 2018 | $6.4M | 2.5K t |
| 2017 | $1.8M | 895 t |
Where Tunisia imports carded synthetic staple fibre from
The largest suppliers were Turkey (50%), Portugal (16%), India (10%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+298% on the year before).
Product types under HS 5506
| 5506.30 | Carded acrylic staple fiber | 80% |
| 5506.20 | Carded polyester staple fiber | 17% |
| 5506.90 | Fibres: synthetic staple fibres, n.e.c. in heading no. 5506, carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning | 1.8% |
| 5506.10 | Carded nylon staple fiber | 0.7% |
| 5506.40 | Fibres: synthetic staple fibres, of polypropylene, carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning | 0.6% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 5506.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.77 per kg, close to the world average of $3.27.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Carded synthetic staple fibre exports from Tunisia
In 2024, Tunisia exported carded synthetic staple fibre worth $582 thousand (27 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: France accounted for 98% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $573K | 98% |
| Taiwan | $9K | 1.6% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia carded synthetic staple fibre imports (HS 5506): 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 5506: Synthetic staple fibres, carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning.
Common questions
What is the value of carded synthetic staple fibre imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported carded synthetic staple fibre worth $3.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 27th of 169 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 55% on 2023.
Which countries supply carded synthetic staple fibre to Tunisia?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 50% of the value ($1.7 million), followed by Portugal (16%) and India (10%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 13 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 298% on the year.
What is the average import price of carded synthetic staple fibre per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.77 per kg in 2024, 15% below the world average of $3.27 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of carded synthetic staple fibre to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.8 million in 2017 to $3.4 million in 2024, an increase of 89%. The peak was 2023 at $7.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.1 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export carded synthetic staple fibre?
Yes. Tunisia exported $582 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, Taiwan and the Netherlands. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $2.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for carded synthetic staple fibre?
The HS code for carded synthetic staple fibre is heading 5506. In Tunisia the largest six-digit codes were 5506.30 (80% of the value) and 5506.20 (17%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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