Paper articles imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
Tunisia imported $20.8 million of paper articles in 2024 (4.3 thousand tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% 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 | $20.8M | 4.3K t |
| 2023 | $20.8M | 11.7K t |
| 2022 | $23.2M | 14.0K t |
| 2021 | $22.2M | 14.0K t |
| 2020 | $20.6M | 13.7K t |
| 2019 | $18.5M | 8.9K t |
| 2018 | $18.0M | 9.3K t |
| 2017 | $10.0M | 3.2K t |
Where Tunisia imports paper articles from
One supplier dominates: Italy accounted for 52% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+71% on the year before).
Product types under HS 4823
| 4823.90 | Paper and pulp articles (other) | 50% |
| 4823.20 | Filter paper articles (molded/pressed) | 37% |
| 4823.70 | Molded paper pulp articles | 5.9% |
| 4823.69 | Disposable paper tableware | 5.4% |
| 4823.40 | Paper and paperboard: rolls, sheets and dials, printed for self-recording apparatus | 1.5% |
| 4823.61 | Disposable bamboo paper tableware | 0.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 4823.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.87 per kg, 73% above the world average of $2.82. 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.
Paper articles exports from Tunisia
In 2024, Tunisia exported paper articles worth $13.7 million (2.0 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were France (30%), Philippines (12%), Netherlands (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Philippines grew fastest (+166% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $4.0M | 30% |
| Philippines | $1.7M | 13% |
| Netherlands | $1.5M | 11% |
| Italy | $1.0M | 7.6% |
| Libya | $852K | 6.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $534K | 3.9% |
| United Kingdom | $507K | 3.7% |
| Algeria | $461K | 3.4% |
| Morocco | $402K | 2.9% |
| Spain | $324K | 2.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia paper articles imports (HS 4823): 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 4823: Paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding and webs of cellulose fibres; cut to size or shape, articles of paper pulp, paper and paper-board, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibres, n.e.c. in chapter 48.
Common questions
What is the value of paper articles imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported paper articles worth $20.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 68th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 0% on 2023.
Which countries supply paper articles to Tunisia?
Italy was the largest supplier with 52% of the value ($10.8 million), followed by France (13%) and Turkey (6%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 47 supplier countries in total. Egypt grew fastest among the top ten, up 115% on the year.
What is the average import price of paper articles per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.87 per kg in 2024, 73% above the world average of $2.82 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of paper articles to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.0 million in 2017 to $20.8 million in 2024, an increase of 108%. The peak was 2022 at $23.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $19.3 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export paper articles?
Yes. Tunisia exported $13.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, the Philippines and the Netherlands. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $7.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for paper articles?
The HS code for paper articles is heading 4823. In Tunisia the largest six-digit codes were 4823.90 (50% of the value) and 4823.20 (37%).
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