Plastic spectacle frames imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of plastic spectacle frames by Tunisia reached $3.9 million in 2024 (12 tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. 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 | $3.9M | 13 t |
| 2023 | $3.9M | 22 t |
| 2022 | $3.5M | 21 t |
| 2021 | $2.7M | 17 t |
| 2020 | $2.1M | 15 t |
| 2019 | $3.5M | 22 t |
| 2018 | $3.6M | 24 t |
| 2017 | $3.4M | 22 t |
Where Tunisia imports plastic spectacle frames from
The largest suppliers were China (42%), Italy (35%), Turkey (7%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.6M | 42% |
| Italy | $1.4M | 35% |
| Turkey | $288K | 7.4% |
| Spain | $157K | 4% |
| France | $104K | 2.7% |
| Netherlands | $73K | 1.9% |
| Germany | $51K | 1.3% |
| Austria | $31K | 0.8% |
| United Kingdom | $28K | 0.7% |
| Bangladesh | $22K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $309.99 per kg, 62% above the world average of $190.98. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia plastic spectacle frames imports (HS 9003.11): 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 9003.11: Frames and mountings: for spectacles, goggles or the like, of plastics.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic spectacle frames imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported plastic spectacle frames worth $3.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 12 tonnes. That ranks it 63rd of 208 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 0% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic spectacle frames to Tunisia?
China was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($1.6 million), followed by Italy (35%) and Turkey (7%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. Austria grew fastest among the top ten, up 123% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic spectacle frames per kg?
The average declared import value was about $309.99 per kg in 2024, 62% above the world average of $190.98 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic spectacle frames to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.4 million in 2017 to $3.9 million in 2024, an increase of 14%. The peak was 2023 at $3.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic spectacle frames?
The HS code for plastic spectacle frames is subheading 9003.11. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9003 page.
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