Marker exports from Tunisia: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Tunisia exported marker worth $18.5 million (1.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Value rose 4% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 20% a year on average.
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 | $18.5M | 1.3K t |
| 2023 | $17.8M | 1.2K t |
| 2022 | $14.5M | 1.1K t |
| 2021 | $16.5M | 1.1K t |
| 2020 | $13.9M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $9.5M | 1.4K t |
| 2018 | $6.8M | 413 t |
| 2017 | $5.1M | 440 t |
Where Tunisia exports marker to
France alone took 66% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $12.3M | 66% |
| Slovakia | $3.8M | 21% |
| Turkey | $653K | 3.5% |
| Brazil | $336K | 1.8% |
| United Kingdom | $303K | 1.6% |
| Poland | $186K | 1% |
| Germany | $173K | 0.9% |
| Spain | $146K | 0.8% |
| French Polynesia | $114K | 0.6% |
| Morocco | $81K | 0.4% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $14.53 per kg, 37% above the world average of $10.63. 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.
Marker imports to Tunisia
Tunisia imported $3.2 million of marker in 2024 (202 tonnes). Most of the value came from Germany (37%), China (26%), France (15%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+103% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $1.2M | 37% |
| China | $824K | 26% |
| France | $479K | 15% |
| Italy | $217K | 6.9% |
| India | $98K | 3.1% |
| Turkey | $87K | 2.8% |
| Japan | $86K | 2.7% |
| Egypt | $57K | 1.8% |
| Spain | $37K | 1.2% |
| United States | $37K | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia marker exports (HS 9608.20): 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 9608.20: Pens: felt tipped and other porous-tipped pens and markers.
Common questions
What is the value of marker exported by Tunisia?
Tunisia exported marker worth $18.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 15th of 160 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 4% on 2023.
Which countries buy marker from Tunisia?
France was the largest buyer with 66% of the value ($12.3 million), followed by Slovakia (21%) and Turkey (4%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 54 buyer countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 414% on the year.
What is the average export price of marker per kg?
The average declared export value was about $14.53 per kg in 2024, 37% above the world average of $10.63 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of marker from Tunisia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $5.1 million in 2017 to $18.5 million in 2024, an increase of 264%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $12.8 million a year.
Does Tunisia also import marker?
Yes. Tunisia imported $3.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, China and France. On balance Tunisia is a net exporter of this product, by about $15.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for marker?
The HS code for marker is subheading 9608.20. It sits in HS chapter 96 (miscellaneous manufactured articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9608 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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