Pens exports from Tunisia: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of pens by Tunisia reached $77.7 million in 2024 (4.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% 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 | $77.7M | 4.2K t |
| 2023 | $78.7M | 5.0K t |
| 2022 | $59.6M | 4.2K t |
| 2021 | $57.1M | 3.5K t |
| 2020 | $41.7M | 3.1K t |
| 2019 | $43.2M | 4.1K t |
| 2018 | $42.3M | 2.3K t |
| 2017 | $39.4M | 2.2K t |
Where Tunisia exports pens to
The largest buyer markets were France (43%), Slovakia (17%), United States (9%). Among the main buyer markets, Mexico grew fastest (+334% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $33.2M | 43% |
| Slovakia | $13.5M | 17% |
| United States | $6.9M | 8.9% |
| Morocco | $5.6M | 7.2% |
| Mexico | $2.7M | 3.5% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $2.2M | 2.8% |
| United Kingdom | $1.9M | 2.4% |
| Canada | $1.7M | 2.2% |
| Mali | $1.7M | 2.1% |
| DR Congo | $1.3M | 1.6% |
Product types under HS 9608
| 9608.10 | Ballpoint pen | 73% |
| 9608.20 | Marker | 24% |
| 9608.30 | Fountain pen | 2.5% |
| 9608.99 | Pen holder | 0.4% |
| 9608.60 | Pen refill | 0.1% |
| 9608.50 | Pen set | 0.1% |
| 9608.91 | Pen nib | 0% |
| 9608.40 | Mechanical pencil | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 9608.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $18.54 per kg, 40% above the world average of $13.28. 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.
Pens imports to Tunisia
Tunisia imported $18.8 million of pens in 2024 (698 tonnes). France alone supplied 53% of it. Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+59% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $9.9M | 53% |
| China | $1.8M | 9.3% |
| Germany | $1.5M | 8.3% |
| Japan | $1.3M | 6.8% |
| India | $1.2M | 6.2% |
| Mexico | $619K | 3.3% |
| Italy | $581K | 3.1% |
| Turkey | $567K | 3% |
| United Kingdom | $560K | 3% |
| Spain | $344K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia pens exports (HS 9608): 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: Pens; ball-point, felt tipped, other porous tipped pens; fountain pens, stylograph pens duplicating stylos, propelling or sliding pencils; parts of the foregoing, excluding those of heading no. 9609.
Common questions
What is the value of pens exported by Tunisia?
Tunisia exported pens worth $77.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 191 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was down 1% on 2023.
Which countries buy pens from Tunisia?
France was the largest buyer with 43% of the value ($33.2 million), followed by Slovakia (17%) and the United States (9%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 84 buyer countries in total. Mexico grew fastest among the top ten, up 334% on the year.
What is the average export price of pens per kg?
The average declared export value was about $18.54 per kg in 2024, 40% above the world average of $13.28 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of pens from Tunisia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $39.4 million in 2017 to $77.7 million in 2024, an increase of 97%. The peak was 2023 at $78.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $55.0 million a year.
Does Tunisia also import pens?
Yes. Tunisia imported $18.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from France, China and Germany. On balance Tunisia is a net exporter of this product, by about $59.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for pens?
The HS code for pens is heading 9608. In Tunisia the largest six-digit codes were 9608.10 (73% of the value) and 9608.20 (24%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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