Filter paper and paperboard imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
Tunisia imported $11.0 million of filter paper and paperboard in 2024 (1.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 3%. Value rose 25% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 96% 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 | $11.0M | 1.6K t |
| 2023 | $8.8M | 2.1K t |
| 2022 | $7.1M | 2.2K t |
| 2021 | $5.2M | 1.7K t |
| 2020 | $3.5M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $2.0M | 917 t |
| 2018 | $4.9M | 964 t |
| 2017 | $99K | 22 t |
Where Tunisia imports filter paper and paperboard from
Italy alone supplied 61% of it. Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+54% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $6.6M | 61% |
| Germany | $3.8M | 35% |
| Spain | $123K | 1.1% |
| South Korea | $120K | 1.1% |
| Finland | $100K | 0.9% |
| France | $66K | 0.6% |
| China | $65K | 0.6% |
| United Kingdom | $46K | 0.4% |
| Turkey | $7K | 0.1% |
| Romania | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.78 per kg, 92% above the world average of $3.54. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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The shipment records behind Tunisia filter paper and paperboard imports (HS 4805.40): 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 4805.40: Paper and paperboard: filter paper and paperboard, uncoated, in rolls or sheets.
Common questions
What is the value of filter paper and paperboard imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported filter paper and paperboard worth $11.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 187 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 25% on 2023.
Which countries supply filter paper and paperboard to Tunisia?
Italy was the largest supplier with 61% of the value ($6.6 million), followed by Germany (35%) and Spain (1%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 235% on the year.
What is the average import price of filter paper and paperboard per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.78 per kg in 2024, 92% above the world average of $3.54 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of filter paper and paperboard to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $99 thousand in 2017 to $11.0 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for filter paper and paperboard?
The HS code for filter paper and paperboard is subheading 4805.40. It sits in HS chapter 48 (paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or paperboard). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4805 page.
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