Polypropylene film and sheet imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of polypropylene film and sheet by Tunisia reached $25.3 million in 2024 (7.7 thousand tonnes). Value rose 4% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $33.6 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 | $25.3M | 7.7K t |
| 2023 | $24.3M | 7.0K t |
| 2022 | $33.6M | 10.2K t |
| 2021 | $26.6M | 9.3K t |
| 2020 | $23.3M | 9.3K t |
| 2019 | $21.9M | 9.3K t |
| 2018 | $23.1M | 10.1K t |
| 2017 | $13.0M | 4.3K t |
Where Tunisia imports polypropylene film and sheet from
Most of the value came from Saudi Arabia (34%), Italy (17%), Turkey (13%). Among the main suppliers, Lebanon grew fastest (+594% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $8.7M | 35% |
| Italy | $4.4M | 17% |
| Turkey | $3.2M | 13% |
| France | $2.2M | 8.5% |
| Germany | $1.6M | 6.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.2M | 4.8% |
| Spain | $1.1M | 4.2% |
| Lebanon | $826K | 3.3% |
| Switzerland | $488K | 1.9% |
| India | $345K | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.27 per kg, close to the world average of $2.94.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Polypropylene film and sheet exports from Tunisia
Exports of polypropylene film and sheet by Tunisia reached $5.9 million in 2024 (1.9 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: France accounted for 62% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Algeria grew fastest (+384% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $3.6M | 62% |
| Algeria | $761K | 13% |
| Libya | $744K | 13% |
| Spain | $341K | 5.8% |
| Italy | $285K | 4.9% |
| Germany | $72K | 1.2% |
| United Kingdom | $27K | 0.5% |
| Cameroon | $19K | 0.3% |
| Poland | $9K | 0.1% |
| Morocco | $4K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia polypropylene film and sheet imports (HS 3920.20): 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 3920.20: Plastics: of polymers of propylene, plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials.
Common questions
What is the value of polypropylene film and sheet imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported polypropylene film and sheet worth $25.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 68th of 216 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply polypropylene film and sheet to Tunisia?
Saudi Arabia was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($8.7 million), followed by Italy (17%) and Turkey (13%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 30 supplier countries in total. Lebanon grew fastest among the top ten, up 594% on the year.
What is the average import price of polypropylene film and sheet per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.27 per kg in 2024, 11% above the world average of $2.94 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of polypropylene film and sheet to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $13.0 million in 2017 to $25.3 million in 2024, an increase of 95%. The peak was 2022 at $33.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $23.9 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export polypropylene film and sheet?
Yes. Tunisia exported $5.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, Algeria and Libya. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $19.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for polypropylene film and sheet?
The HS code for polypropylene film and sheet is subheading 3920.20. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3920 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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