Polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid) imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
Tunisia imported $5.3 million of polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid) in 2024 (1.4 thousand tonnes). Value fell 60% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $13.4 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 | $5.3M | 1.4K t |
| 2023 | $13.4M | 4.5K t |
| 2022 | $10.3M | 3.5K t |
| 2021 | $3.0M | 920 t |
| 2020 | $8.8M | 2.7K t |
| 2019 | $4.4M | 855 t |
| 2018 | $3.1M | 1.0K t |
| 2017 | $4.4M | 979 t |
Where Tunisia imports polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid) from
The largest suppliers were Italy (43%), Algeria (29%), Turkey (11%). Among the main suppliers, Algeria grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $2.3M | 43% |
| Algeria | $1.6M | 29% |
| Turkey | $567K | 11% |
| Saudi Arabia | $445K | 8.3% |
| Spain | $95K | 1.8% |
| France | $80K | 1.5% |
| Romania | $43K | 0.8% |
| Germany | $43K | 0.8% |
| China | $42K | 0.8% |
| Greece | $40K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.77 per kg, 26% above the world average of $3.00. 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.
Polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid) exports from Tunisia
In 2024, Tunisia exported polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid) worth $754 thousand (221 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Italy accounted for 75% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Libya grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $567K | 75% |
| Libya | $109K | 14% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $27K | 3.6% |
| Burkina Faso | $20K | 2.6% |
| Poland | $9K | 1.1% |
| Republic of the Congo | $7K | 0.9% |
| United Kingdom | $6K | 0.8% |
| Mauritania | $5K | 0.7% |
| Algeria | $2K | 0.2% |
| Czech Republic | $2K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
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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 3917.21: Plastics: tubes, pipes and hoses thereof, rigid, of polymers of ethylene.
Common questions
What is the value of polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid) imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid) worth $5.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 88th of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 60% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid) to Tunisia?
Italy was the largest supplier with 43% of the value ($2.3 million), followed by Algeria (29%) and Turkey (11%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. Greece grew fastest among the top ten, up 957% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.77 per kg in 2024, 26% above the world average of $3.00 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid) to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.4 million in 2017 to $5.3 million in 2024, an increase of 20%. The peak was 2023 at $13.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.6 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid)?
Yes. Tunisia exported $754 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Italy, Libya and Cote d'Ivoire. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $4.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid)?
The HS code for polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid) is subheading 3917.21. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3917 page.
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