Plastic caps and closures imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
Tunisia imported $19.2 million of plastic caps and closures in 2024 (2.7 thousand tonnes). Value rose 8% 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 | $19.2M | 2.7K t |
| 2023 | $17.8M | 2.5K t |
| 2022 | $18.6M | 2.9K t |
| 2021 | $17.6M | 3.2K t |
| 2020 | $19.4M | 3.8K t |
| 2019 | $16.9M | 3.0K t |
| 2018 | $20.8M | 4.1K t |
| 2017 | $16.3M | 3.0K t |
Where Tunisia imports plastic caps and closures from
Most of the value came from France (21%), Italy (18%), Turkey (12%). Among the main suppliers, Slovenia grew fastest (+60% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $4.0M | 21% |
| Italy | $3.4M | 18% |
| Turkey | $2.3M | 12% |
| Spain | $1.9M | 9.7% |
| Egypt | $1.5M | 7.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $924K | 4.8% |
| Algeria | $840K | 4.4% |
| Germany | $692K | 3.6% |
| China | $689K | 3.6% |
| Slovenia | $576K | 3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.16 per kg, 21% above the world average of $5.90. 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.
Plastic caps and closures exports from Tunisia
Exports of plastic caps and closures by Tunisia reached $2.1 million in 2024 (352 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were France (42%), United States (11%), Algeria (8%). Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $882K | 42% |
| United States | $229K | 11% |
| Algeria | $171K | 8.1% |
| Libya | $159K | 7.6% |
| Guinea | $112K | 5.3% |
| Senegal | $96K | 4.6% |
| Italy | $63K | 3% |
| Japan | $59K | 2.8% |
| Benin | $58K | 2.7% |
| Turkey | $37K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia plastic caps and closures imports (HS 3923.50): 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 3923.50: Plastics: stoppers, lids, caps and other closures, for the conveyance or packing of goods.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic caps and closures imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported plastic caps and closures worth $19.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 69th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic caps and closures to Tunisia?
France was the largest supplier with 21% of the value ($4.0 million), followed by Italy (18%) and Turkey (12%). The top three together account for 50%, out of 50 supplier countries in total. Slovenia grew fastest among the top ten, up 60% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic caps and closures per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.16 per kg in 2024, 21% above the world average of $5.90 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of plastic caps and closures to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $16.3 million in 2017 to $19.2 million in 2024, an increase of 18%. The peak was 2018 at $20.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $18.3 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export plastic caps and closures?
Yes. Tunisia exported $2.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, the United States and Algeria. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $17.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic caps and closures?
The HS code for plastic caps and closures is subheading 3923.50. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3923 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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