Plastic rope and cordage exports from Tunisia: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Tunisia exported plastic rope and cordage worth $2.3 million (296 tonnes). Value rose 43% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $7.1 million.
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 | $2.3M | 296 t |
| 2023 | $1.6M | 249 t |
| 2022 | $4.0M | 502 t |
| 2021 | $4.6M | 507 t |
| 2020 | $4.9M | 802 t |
| 2019 | $7.1M | 654 t |
| 2018 | $3.9M | 847 t |
| 2017 | $2.7M | 463 t |
Where Tunisia exports plastic rope and cordage to
One buyer market dominates: France accounted for 66% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+88% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $1.5M | 66% |
| Spain | $248K | 11% |
| Malta | $151K | 6.6% |
| United Kingdom | $102K | 4.5% |
| Turkey | $49K | 2.2% |
| Italy | $36K | 1.6% |
| Algeria | $34K | 1.5% |
| French Polynesia | $30K | 1.3% |
| Poland | $25K | 1.1% |
| Switzerland | $21K | 0.9% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.68 per kg, 142% above the world average of $3.18. 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 rope and cordage imports to Tunisia
Imports of plastic rope and cordage by Tunisia reached $1.5 million in 2024 (500 tonnes). Most of the value came from Turkey (35%), Portugal (27%), Spain (8%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $540K | 35% |
| Portugal | $414K | 27% |
| Spain | $128K | 8.3% |
| France | $104K | 6.8% |
| Italy | $79K | 5.1% |
| China | $73K | 4.7% |
| Netherlands | $56K | 3.7% |
| Germany | $49K | 3.2% |
| Belgium | $25K | 1.6% |
| Hong Kong | $22K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia plastic rope and cordage exports (HS 5607.49): 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 5607.49: Twine, cordage, ropes, cables: of polyethylene or polypropylene (excluding binder or baler twine), whether or not plaited, braided or rubber or plastic impregnated, coated, covered or sheathed.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic rope and cordage exported by Tunisia?
Tunisia exported plastic rope and cordage worth $2.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 296 tonnes. That ranks it 39th of 139 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 43% on 2023.
Which countries buy plastic rope and cordage from Tunisia?
France was the largest buyer with 66% of the value ($1.5 million), followed by Spain (11%) and Malta (7%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 35 buyer countries in total. French Polynesia grew fastest among the top ten, up 244% on the year.
What is the average export price of plastic rope and cordage per kg?
The average declared export value was about $7.68 per kg in 2024, 142% above the world average of $3.18 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of plastic rope and cordage from Tunisia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $2.7 million in 2017 to $2.3 million in 2024, a fall of 17%. The peak was 2019 at $7.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.9 million a year.
Does Tunisia also import plastic rope and cordage?
Yes. Tunisia imported $1.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Turkey, Portugal and Spain. On balance Tunisia is a net exporter of this product, by about $735 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for plastic rope and cordage?
The HS code for plastic rope and cordage is subheading 5607.49. It sits in HS chapter 56 (wadding, felt and nonwovens, special yarns; twine, cordage, ropes and cables and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5607 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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