Plastic tableware imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
Tunisia imported $4.6 million of plastic tableware in 2024 (824 tonnes). That is 12% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $9.8 million.
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 | $4.6M | 824 t |
| 2023 | $5.3M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $5.4M | 1.1K t |
| 2021 | $9.8M | 1.4K t |
| 2020 | $7.7M | 1.3K t |
| 2019 | $5.5M | 1.3K t |
| 2018 | $6.2M | 1.7K t |
| 2017 | $8.1M | 2.1K t |
Where Tunisia imports plastic tableware from
Most of the value came from Turkey (50%), China (29%), Italy (7%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $2.3M | 50% |
| China | $1.3M | 29% |
| Italy | $323K | 7% |
| Spain | $120K | 2.6% |
| Thailand | $58K | 1.2% |
| India | $56K | 1.2% |
| Germany | $46K | 1% |
| France | $45K | 1% |
| Romania | $45K | 1% |
| Portugal | $40K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.62 per kg, 24% above the world average of $4.52. 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 tableware exports from Tunisia
In 2024, Tunisia exported plastic tableware worth $357 thousand (111 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Italy (30%), Angola (22%), France (18%). Among the main buyer markets, United Kingdom grew fastest (+710% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $105K | 30% |
| Angola | $78K | 22% |
| France | $66K | 18% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $37K | 10% |
| Morocco | $16K | 4.5% |
| United Kingdom | $13K | 3.7% |
| Switzerland | $13K | 3.7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $7K | 2% |
| Kuwait | $6K | 1.6% |
| Senegal | $3K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia plastic tableware imports (HS 3924.10): 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 3924.10: Plastics: tableware and kitchenware.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic tableware imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported plastic tableware worth $4.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 824 tonnes. That ranks it 137th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic tableware to Tunisia?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 50% of the value ($2.3 million), followed by China (29%) and Italy (7%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 218% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic tableware per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.62 per kg in 2024, 24% above the world average of $4.52 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 tableware to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.1 million in 2017 to $4.6 million in 2024, a fall of 42%. The peak was 2021 at $9.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.6 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export plastic tableware?
Yes. Tunisia exported $357 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Italy, Angola and France. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $4.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic tableware?
The HS code for plastic tableware is subheading 3924.10. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3924 page.
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