Plastic-coated fabric imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of plastic-coated fabric by Tunisia reached $165.3 million in 2024 (11.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 18% more than in 2023. 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 .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $165.3M | 11.9K t |
| 2023 | $140.2M | 9.6K t |
| 2022 | $126.2M | 10.5K t |
| 2021 | $110.4M | 9.0K t |
| 2020 | $90.4M | 8.2K t |
| 2019 | $95.7M | 9.2K t |
| 2018 | $88.1M | 7.5K t |
| 2017 | $83.5M | 10.5K t |
Where Tunisia imports plastic-coated fabric from
Most of the value came from Germany (23%), France (21%), Italy (20%). Among the main suppliers, Poland grew fastest (+801% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $37.7M | 23% |
| France | $34.8M | 21% |
| Italy | $33.7M | 20% |
| China | $12.1M | 7.3% |
| Czech Republic | $8.0M | 4.9% |
| Spain | $7.5M | 4.5% |
| Belgium | $6.6M | 4% |
| Poland | $5.5M | 3.3% |
| Portugal | $3.3M | 2% |
| Turkey | $3.3M | 2% |
Product types under HS 5903
| 5903.20 | Polyurethane-coated fabric | 42% |
| 5903.90 | Plastic-coated textile fabric | 38% |
| 5903.10 | PVC-coated fabric | 20% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 5903.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.89 per kg, 87% above the world average of $7.42. 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-coated fabric exports from Tunisia
In 2024, Tunisia exported plastic-coated fabric worth $4.4 million (326 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Morocco (44%), China (22%), France (5%). Among the main buyer markets, Poland grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Morocco | $1.9M | 44% |
| China | $972K | 22% |
| France | $218K | 5% |
| Poland | $201K | 4.6% |
| Italy | $157K | 3.6% |
| Germany | $136K | 3.1% |
| Romania | $123K | 2.8% |
| North Macedonia | $120K | 2.7% |
| Spain | $108K | 2.5% |
| Netherlands | $100K | 2.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia plastic-coated fabric imports (HS 5903): 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 5903: Textile fabrics impregnated, coated, covered or laminated with plastics, other than those of heading no. 5902.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic-coated fabric imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported plastic-coated fabric worth $165.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 11.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 21st of 220 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic-coated fabric to Tunisia?
Germany was the largest supplier with 23% of the value ($37.7 million), followed by France (21%) and Italy (20%). The top three together account for 64%, out of 47 supplier countries in total. Poland grew fastest among the top ten, up 801% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic-coated fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $13.89 per kg in 2024, 87% above the world average of $7.42 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic-coated fabric to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $83.5 million in 2017 to $165.3 million in 2024, an increase of 98%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $112.5 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export plastic-coated fabric?
Yes. Tunisia exported $4.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Morocco, China and France. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $160.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic-coated fabric?
The HS code for plastic-coated fabric is heading 5903. In Tunisia the largest six-digit codes were 5903.20 (42% of the value) and 5903.90 (38%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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