Multi-color textured polyester fabric imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of multi-color textured polyester fabric by Tunisia reached $7.9 million in 2024 (593 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 24% 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 | $7.9M | 593 t |
| 2023 | $7.9M | 1.0K t |
| 2022 | $3.7M | 430 t |
| 2021 | $2.8M | 895 t |
| 2020 | $2.5M | 496 t |
| 2019 | $2.5M | 408 t |
| 2018 | $2.0M | 338 t |
| 2017 | $1.8M | 234 t |
Where Tunisia imports multi-color textured polyester fabric from
Most of the value came from Turkey (45%), China (37%), Italy (9%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+151% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $3.6M | 45% |
| China | $2.9M | 37% |
| Italy | $729K | 9.2% |
| France | $492K | 6.2% |
| Germany | $56K | 0.7% |
| Netherlands | $38K | 0.5% |
| Portugal | $34K | 0.4% |
| Spain | $25K | 0.3% |
| South Korea | $16K | 0.2% |
| Taiwan | $11K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.29 per kg, 90% above the world average of $7.01. 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.
Multi-color textured polyester fabric exports from Tunisia
Exports of multi-color textured polyester fabric by Tunisia reached $590 thousand in 2024 (163 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Turkey accounted for 96% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Turkey grew fastest (+121% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $566K | 96% |
| Italy | $21K | 3.5% |
| France | $3K | 0.4% |
| Morocco | $0K | 0% |
| Hungary | $0K | 0% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia multi-color textured polyester fabric imports (HS 5407.53): 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 5407.53: Fabrics, woven: containing 85% or more by weight of textured polyester filaments, of yarns of different colours.
Common questions
What is the value of multi-color textured polyester fabric imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported multi-color textured polyester fabric worth $7.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 593 tonnes. That ranks it 32nd of 180 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 0% on 2023.
Which countries supply multi-color textured polyester fabric to Tunisia?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 45% of the value ($3.6 million), followed by China (37%) and Italy (9%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 151% on the year.
What is the average import price of multi-color textured polyester fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $13.29 per kg in 2024, 90% above the world average of $7.01 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of multi-color textured polyester fabric to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.8 million in 2017 to $7.9 million in 2024, an increase of 349%. The peak was 2023 at $7.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.9 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export multi-color textured polyester fabric?
Yes. Tunisia exported $590 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Turkey, Italy and France. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $7.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for multi-color textured polyester fabric?
The HS code for multi-color textured polyester fabric is subheading 5407.53. It sits in HS chapter 54 (man-made filaments; strip and the like of man-made textile materials). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5407 page.
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