Polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tunisia imported polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes worth $11.7 million (3.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 21% a year on average.
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 | $11.7M | 3.8K t |
| 2023 | $11.7M | 1.2K t |
| 2022 | $8.2M | 904 t |
| 2021 | $8.5M | 985 t |
| 2020 | $5.8M | 943 t |
| 2019 | $5.3M | 799 t |
| 2018 | $6.6M | 1.4K t |
| 2017 | $3.1M | 1.3K t |
Where Tunisia imports polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes from
Most of the value came from Malta (49%), Italy (39%), Mexico (3%). Among the main suppliers, Mexico grew fastest (+37% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malta | $5.8M | 49% |
| Italy | $4.5M | 39% |
| Mexico | $346K | 3% |
| United Kingdom | $224K | 1.9% |
| Egypt | $179K | 1.5% |
| Germany | $155K | 1.3% |
| India | $143K | 1.2% |
| Turkey | $104K | 0.9% |
| France | $73K | 0.6% |
| Portugal | $56K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.09 per kg, 37% above the world average of $2.25. 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.
Polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes exports from Tunisia
In 2024, Tunisia exported polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes worth $1.3 million (709 tonnes). Italy alone took 56% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Burkina Faso grew fastest (+469% on the year before).
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The shipment records behind Tunisia polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes imports (HS 3917.23): 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 3917.23: Plastics: tubes, pipes and hoses thereof, rigid, of polymers of vinyl chloride.
Common questions
What is the value of polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes worth $11.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 44th of 222 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 0% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes to Tunisia?
Malta was the largest supplier with 49% of the value ($5.8 million), followed by Italy (39%) and Mexico (3%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. Egypt grew fastest among the top ten, up 97% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.09 per kg in 2024, 37% above the world average of $2.25 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.1 million in 2017 to $11.7 million in 2024, an increase of 275%. The peak was 2023 at $11.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.6 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes?
Yes. Tunisia exported $1.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Italy, Senegal and Algeria. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $10.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes?
The HS code for polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes is subheading 3917.23. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3917 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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