Pigment imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tunisia imported pigment worth $35.6 million (9.0 thousand tonnes). Value rose 32% on 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 | $35.6M | 9.0K t |
| 2023 | $26.9M | 10.1K t |
| 2022 | $33.1M | 10.1K t |
| 2021 | $33.9M | 11.3K t |
| 2020 | $26.1M | 12.0K t |
| 2019 | $27.3M | 10.7K t |
| 2018 | $33.1M | 11.4K t |
| 2017 | $21.4M | 8.0K t |
Where Tunisia imports pigment from
Most of the value came from China (30%), Saudi Arabia (24%), India (8%). Among the main suppliers, Mexico grew fastest (+344% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $10.6M | 30% |
| Saudi Arabia | $8.5M | 24% |
| India | $2.8M | 8% |
| Belgium | $1.8M | 5% |
| United Kingdom | $1.7M | 4.6% |
| Germany | $1.5M | 4.3% |
| Italy | $1.4M | 3.9% |
| Turkey | $1.2M | 3.4% |
| Mexico | $1.2M | 3.4% |
| Spain | $861K | 2.4% |
Product types under HS 3206
| 3206.19 | Titanium dioxide pigments (standard) | 36% |
| 3206.11 | Titanium dioxide pigments (high grade) | 32% |
| 3206.49 | Pigments and preparations (other) | 30% |
| 3206.20 | Chromium compound pigments | 1.2% |
| 3206.41 | Ultramarine pigments | 0.7% |
| 3206.42 | Colouring matter: lithopone and other pigments and preparations based on zinc sulphide | 0.1% |
| 3206.50 | Inorganic luminophores | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3206.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.96 per kg, 28% above the world average of $3.09. 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.
Pigment exports from Tunisia
Exports of pigment by Tunisia reached $1.9 million in 2024 (470 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Algeria (35%), Mauritania (29%), Libya (22%). Among the main buyer markets, Benin grew fastest (+134% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Algeria | $650K | 35% |
| Mauritania | $532K | 29% |
| Libya | $407K | 22% |
| Benin | $92K | 5% |
| Angola | $57K | 3.1% |
| Gabon | $33K | 1.8% |
| Senegal | $31K | 1.7% |
| France | $28K | 1.5% |
| Equatorial Guinea | $6K | 0.3% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $4K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia pigment imports (HS 3206): 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 3206: Colouring matter and preparations thereof n.e.c. in heading no. 3203, 3204, 3205; inorganic products, kind used as luminophores whether or not chemically defined.
Common questions
What is the value of pigment imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported pigment worth $35.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 60th of 210 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 32% on 2023.
Which countries supply pigment to Tunisia?
China was the largest supplier with 30% of the value ($10.6 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (24%) and India (8%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. Mexico grew fastest among the top ten, up 344% on the year.
What is the average import price of pigment per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.96 per kg in 2024, 28% above the world average of $3.09 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of pigment to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $21.4 million in 2017 to $35.6 million in 2024, an increase of 66%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $29.7 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export pigment?
Yes. Tunisia exported $1.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Algeria, Mauritania and Libya. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $33.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for pigment?
The HS code for pigment is heading 3206. In Tunisia the largest six-digit codes were 3206.19 (36% of the value) and 3206.11 (32%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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