Detergent imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
Tunisia imported $65.3 million of detergent in 2024 (30.0 thousand tonnes). That is 46% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% a year on average.
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 | $65.3M | 30.0K t |
| 2023 | $44.6M | 20.8K t |
| 2022 | $69.9M | 34.1K t |
| 2021 | $61.7M | 42.3K t |
| 2020 | $56.2M | 42.4K t |
| 2019 | $57.5M | 41.4K t |
| 2018 | $63.3M | 43.5K t |
| 2017 | $32.3M | 21.2K t |
Where Tunisia imports detergent from
The largest suppliers were Egypt (25%), Spain (14%), Italy (12%). Among the main suppliers, Morocco grew fastest (+453% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $16.4M | 25% |
| Spain | $9.3M | 14% |
| Italy | $7.6M | 12% |
| United Arab Emirates | $4.2M | 6.4% |
| Morocco | $4.2M | 6.4% |
| Germany | $4.0M | 6.2% |
| France | $3.0M | 4.5% |
| Belgium | $2.8M | 4.4% |
| Qatar | $1.5M | 2.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.5M | 2.3% |
Product types under HS 3402
| 3402.11 | Anionic surfactant | 45% |
| 3402.20 | Retail laundry detergent | 17% |
| 3402.90 | Bulk washing concentrate | 16% |
| 3402.13 | Non-ionic surfactant | 12% |
| 3402.19 | Amphoteric surfactant | 7.6% |
| 3402.12 | Cationic surfactant | 1.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3402.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.17 per kg, close to the world average of $1.88.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Detergent exports from Tunisia
Exports of detergent by Tunisia reached $13.8 million in 2024 (7.0 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Libya accounted for 83% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Algeria grew fastest (+376% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia detergent imports (HS 3402): 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 3402: Organic surface-active agents (not soap); surface-active, washing (including auxiliary washing) and cleaning preparations, containing soap or not, excluding those of heading no. 3401.
Common questions
What is the value of detergent imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported detergent worth $65.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 30.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 94th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 46% on 2023.
Which countries supply detergent to Tunisia?
Egypt was the largest supplier with 25% of the value ($16.4 million), followed by Spain (14%) and Italy (12%). The top three together account for 51%, out of 56 supplier countries in total. Morocco grew fastest among the top ten, up 453% on the year.
What is the average import price of detergent per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.17 per kg in 2024, 15% above the world average of $1.88 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of detergent to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $32.3 million in 2017 to $65.3 million in 2024, an increase of 102%. The peak was 2022 at $69.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $56.3 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export detergent?
Yes. Tunisia exported $13.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Libya, Algeria and France. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $51.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for detergent?
The HS code for detergent is heading 3402. In Tunisia the largest six-digit codes were 3402.11 (45% of the value) and 3402.20 (17%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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