Polymer solvent paint imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
Tunisia imported $13.0 million of polymer solvent paint in 2024 (2.0 thousand tonnes). That is 14% less than in 2023. 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 | $13.0M | 2.0K t |
| 2023 | $15.1M | 2.5K t |
| 2022 | $13.6M | 2.4K t |
| 2021 | $13.8M | 2.5K t |
| 2020 | $11.9M | 2.4K t |
| 2019 | $13.0M | 2.5K t |
| 2018 | $12.1M | 2.2K t |
| 2017 | $11.9M | 2.4K t |
Where Tunisia imports polymer solvent paint from
The largest suppliers were France (26%), Italy (23%), Turkey (13%). Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+65% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $3.4M | 26% |
| Italy | $2.9M | 23% |
| Turkey | $1.7M | 13% |
| Spain | $1.5M | 12% |
| Germany | $977K | 7.5% |
| United Kingdom | $472K | 3.6% |
| Netherlands | $396K | 3.1% |
| Greece | $270K | 2.1% |
| United States | $264K | 2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $241K | 1.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.54 per kg, close to the world average of $5.90.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Polymer solvent paint exports from Tunisia
Exports of polymer solvent paint by Tunisia reached $1.6 million in 2024 (305 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Turkey (28%), Gabon (18%), Libya (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Cote d'Ivoire grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia polymer solvent paint imports (HS 3208.90): 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 3208.90: Paints and varnishes: based on polymers n.e.c. in heading no. 3208, dispersed or dissolved in a non-aqueous medium.
Common questions
What is the value of polymer solvent paint imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported polymer solvent paint worth $13.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 86th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply polymer solvent paint to Tunisia?
France was the largest supplier with 26% of the value ($3.4 million), followed by Italy (23%) and Turkey (13%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 28 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 65% on the year.
What is the average import price of polymer solvent paint per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.54 per kg in 2024, 11% above the world average of $5.90 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of polymer solvent paint to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.9 million in 2017 to $13.0 million in 2024, an increase of 9%. The peak was 2023 at $15.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $13.0 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export polymer solvent paint?
Yes. Tunisia exported $1.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Turkey, Gabon and Libya. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $11.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for polymer solvent paint?
The HS code for polymer solvent paint is subheading 3208.90. It sits in HS chapter 32 (tanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments and other colouring matter; paints, varnishes; putty, other mastics; inks). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3208 page.
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