Denim imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tunisia imported denim worth $182.6 million (26.5 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 178 countries. That is 20% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $182.6M | 26.5K t |
| 2023 | $151.9M | 19.5K t |
| 2022 | $201.1M | 24.4K t |
| 2021 | $160.1M | 19.3K t |
| 2020 | $128.7M | 15.8K t |
| 2019 | $142.7M | 17.6K t |
| 2018 | $171.0M | 19.0K t |
| 2017 | $108.6M | 11.6K t |
Where Tunisia imports denim from
Most of the value came from Turkey (30%), Egypt (17%), Italy (13%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+274% on the year before).
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.89 per kg, close to the world average of $5.87.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Denim exports from Tunisia
In 2024, Tunisia exported denim worth $2.2 million (289 tonnes). Most of it went to Bangladesh (33%), Turkey (26%), Spain (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Bangladesh grew fastest (+671% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia denim imports (HS 5209.42): 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 5209.42: Fabrics, woven: containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, of yarns of different colours, weighing more than 200g/m2, denim.
Common questions
What is the value of denim imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported denim worth $182.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 26.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 178 countries worldwide, with 8% of world imports. The value was up 20% on 2023.
Which countries supply denim to Tunisia?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 30% of the value ($55.3 million), followed by Egypt (17%) and Italy (13%). The top three together account for 61%, out of 38 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 274% on the year.
What is the average import price of denim per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.89 per kg in 2024, 17% above the world average of $5.87 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of denim to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $108.6 million in 2017 to $182.6 million in 2024, an increase of 68%. The peak was 2022 at $201.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $155.8 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export denim?
Yes. Tunisia exported $2.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Bangladesh, Turkey and Spain. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $180.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for denim?
The HS code for denim is subheading 5209.42. It sits in HS chapter 52 (cotton). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5209 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For Tunisia, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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