Multi-purpose adhesive imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of multi-purpose adhesive by Tunisia reached $11.0 million in 2024 (2.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 6% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% 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 | 2.5K t |
| 2023 | $10.4M | 2.2K t |
| 2022 | $11.8M | 2.5K t |
| 2021 | $9.1M | 2.1K t |
| 2020 | $7.1M | 1.9K t |
| 2019 | $9.7M | 2.1K t |
| 2018 | $8.4M | 2.4K t |
| 2017 | $5.0M | 1.4K t |
Where Tunisia imports multi-purpose adhesive from
The largest suppliers were France (37%), Italy (18%), China (10%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+346% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $4.0M | 37% |
| Italy | $1.9M | 18% |
| China | $1.1M | 10% |
| Germany | $778K | 7.1% |
| Spain | $667K | 6.1% |
| Portugal | $535K | 4.9% |
| United States | $484K | 4.4% |
| United Kingdom | $424K | 3.9% |
| Belgium | $314K | 2.9% |
| Netherlands | $274K | 2.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.31 per kg, 37% above the world average of $3.14. 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-purpose adhesive exports from Tunisia
Tunisia exported $1.9 million of multi-purpose adhesive in 2024 (550 tonnes). Most of it went to Libya (39%), Italy (14%), Algeria (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Burkina Faso grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Libya | $748K | 39% |
| Italy | $270K | 14% |
| Algeria | $261K | 14% |
| Senegal | $168K | 8.7% |
| Guinea | $121K | 6.3% |
| Togo | $86K | 4.5% |
| Burkina Faso | $56K | 2.9% |
| United Kingdom | $52K | 2.7% |
| Gambia | $44K | 2.3% |
| Gabon | $22K | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia multi-purpose adhesive imports (HS 3506.99): 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 3506.99: Glues and other adhesives: prepared, n.e.c. in heading no. 3506, not exceeding a net weight of 1kg.
Common questions
What is the value of multi-purpose adhesive imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported multi-purpose adhesive worth $11.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 48th of 224 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply multi-purpose adhesive to Tunisia?
France was the largest supplier with 37% of the value ($4.0 million), followed by Italy (18%) and China (10%). The top three together account for 64%, out of 34 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 346% on the year.
What is the average import price of multi-purpose adhesive per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.31 per kg in 2024, 37% above the world average of $3.14 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of multi-purpose adhesive to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.0 million in 2017 to $11.0 million in 2024, an increase of 121%. The peak was 2022 at $11.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.0 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export multi-purpose adhesive?
Yes. Tunisia exported $1.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Libya, Italy and Algeria. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $9.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for multi-purpose adhesive?
The HS code for multi-purpose adhesive is subheading 3506.99. It sits in HS chapter 35 (albuminoidal substances; modified starches; glues; enzymes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3506 page.
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