Lingerie and corsetry exports from Tunisia: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of lingerie and corsetry by Tunisia reached $120.1 million in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Value fell 9% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $120.1M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $131.3M | 1.3K t |
| 2022 | $139.1M | 1.4K t |
| 2021 | $128.0M | 1.3K t |
| 2020 | $95.6M | 928 t |
| 2019 | $124.8M | 1.3K t |
| 2018 | $132.8M | 1.7K t |
| 2017 | $140.5M | 1.6K t |
Where Tunisia exports lingerie and corsetry to
Most of it went to France (39%), Belgium (9%), Germany (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Poland grew fastest (+46% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $46.6M | 39% |
| Belgium | $10.7M | 8.9% |
| Germany | $9.9M | 8.2% |
| United Kingdom | $9.3M | 7.7% |
| United States | $8.2M | 6.8% |
| Switzerland | $6.1M | 5.1% |
| Spain | $5.0M | 4.1% |
| Italy | $4.2M | 3.5% |
| Poland | $3.5M | 3% |
| Canada | $3.5M | 2.9% |
Product types under HS 6212
| 6212.10 | Brassieres: whether or not knitted or crocheted | 88% |
| 6212.90 | Braces and garters | 9.7% |
| 6212.20 | Girdles and panty girdles | 1% |
| 6212.30 | Corselettes | 1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6212.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $97.41 per kg, 155% above the world average of $38.27. 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.
Lingerie and corsetry imports to Tunisia
Tunisia imported $15.4 million of lingerie and corsetry in 2024 (234 tonnes). One supplier dominates: Belgium accounted for 67% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $10.3M | 67% |
| France | $1.9M | 12% |
| Spain | $776K | 5% |
| Italy | $653K | 4.2% |
| Germany | $582K | 3.8% |
| China | $325K | 2.1% |
| Czech Republic | $209K | 1.4% |
| Turkey | $199K | 1.3% |
| Thailand | $187K | 1.2% |
| Bangladesh | $62K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia lingerie and corsetry exports (HS 6212): 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 6212: Brassieres, girdles, corsets, braces, suspenders, garters and similar articles and parts thereof; whether or not knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of lingerie and corsetry exported by Tunisia?
Tunisia exported lingerie and corsetry worth $120.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 17th of 187 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was down 9% on 2023.
Which countries buy lingerie and corsetry from Tunisia?
France was the largest buyer with 39% of the value ($46.6 million), followed by Belgium (9%) and Germany (8%). The top three together account for 56%, out of 90 buyer countries in total. Poland grew fastest among the top ten, up 46% on the year.
What is the average export price of lingerie and corsetry per kg?
The average declared export value was about $97.41 per kg in 2024, 155% above the world average of $38.27 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of lingerie and corsetry from Tunisia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $140.5 million in 2017 to $120.1 million in 2024, a fall of 15%. The peak was 2017 at $140.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $126.5 million a year.
Does Tunisia also import lingerie and corsetry?
Yes. Tunisia imported $15.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Belgium, France and Spain. On balance Tunisia is a net exporter of this product, by about $104.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for lingerie and corsetry?
The HS code for lingerie and corsetry is heading 6212. In Tunisia the largest six-digit codes were 6212.10 (88% of the value) and 6212.90 (10%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for Tunisia. Tell us your product to see it live.
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