Paint thinner imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tunisia imported paint thinner worth $9.2 million (2.3 thousand tonnes). That is 14% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $9.2M | 2.3K t |
| 2023 | $10.8M | 12.1K t |
| 2022 | $9.2M | 9.7K t |
| 2021 | $8.6M | 10.9K t |
| 2020 | $6.3M | 5.2K t |
| 2019 | $8.4M | 8.1K t |
| 2018 | $8.0M | 6.5K t |
| 2017 | $6.2M | 5.2K t |
Where Tunisia imports paint thinner from
Most of the value came from Italy (32%), Germany (12%), Algeria (10%). Among the main suppliers, Algeria grew fastest (+154% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $3.0M | 32% |
| Germany | $1.1M | 12% |
| Algeria | $926K | 10% |
| Spain | $861K | 9.3% |
| France | $729K | 7.9% |
| United Kingdom | $667K | 7.2% |
| Netherlands | $377K | 4.1% |
| Portugal | $302K | 3.3% |
| United States | $286K | 3.1% |
| Egypt | $276K | 3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.05 per kg, 69% above the world average of $2.40. 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.
Paint thinner exports from Tunisia
In 2024, Tunisia exported paint thinner worth $2.5 million (1.8 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Morocco (29%), Mauritania (22%), Liberia (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Algeria grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia paint thinner imports (HS 3814): 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 3814: Organic composite solvents and thinners, not elsewhere specified or included; prepared paint or varnish removers.
Common questions
What is the value of paint thinner imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported paint thinner worth $9.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 59th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply paint thinner to Tunisia?
Italy was the largest supplier with 32% of the value ($3.0 million), followed by Germany (12%) and Algeria (10%). The top three together account for 54%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. Algeria grew fastest among the top ten, up 154% on the year.
What is the average import price of paint thinner per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.05 per kg in 2024, 69% above the world average of $2.40 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of paint thinner to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.2 million in 2017 to $9.2 million in 2024, an increase of 48%. The peak was 2023 at $10.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.3 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export paint thinner?
Yes. Tunisia exported $2.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Morocco, Mauritania and Liberia. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $6.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for paint thinner?
The HS code for paint thinner is heading 3814. In Tunisia all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 3814.00. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3814 page.
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