Printed matter (other types) imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of printed matter (other types) by Tunisia reached $3.2 million in 2024 (298 tonnes). That is 6% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $4.2 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 | $3.2M | 298 t |
| 2023 | $3.4M | 402 t |
| 2022 | $4.2M | 319 t |
| 2021 | $4.0M | 333 t |
| 2020 | $3.3M | 363 t |
| 2019 | $3.1M | 319 t |
| 2018 | $3.8M | 458 t |
| 2017 | $2.0M | 115 t |
Where Tunisia imports printed matter (other types) from
The largest suppliers were France (35%), Germany (20%), Turkey (18%). Among the main suppliers, Ireland grew fastest (+210% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $1.1M | 36% |
| Germany | $639K | 20% |
| Turkey | $591K | 18% |
| Italy | $210K | 6.5% |
| Switzerland | $133K | 4.1% |
| Ireland | $84K | 2.6% |
| Sri Lanka | $81K | 2.5% |
| China | $78K | 2.4% |
| India | $71K | 2.2% |
| United States | $60K | 1.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.83 per kg, close to the world average of $12.97.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Printed matter (other types) exports from Tunisia
Tunisia exported $2.5 million of printed matter (other types) in 2024 (447 tonnes). France alone took 78% of it. Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+34% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $2.0M | 79% |
| Republic of the Congo | $96K | 3.8% |
| Cameroon | $63K | 2.5% |
| Guinea | $41K | 1.6% |
| Benin | $40K | 1.6% |
| DR Congo | $32K | 1.3% |
| Mauritania | $27K | 1.1% |
| United States | $25K | 1% |
| Senegal | $22K | 0.9% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $20K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia printed matter (other types) imports (HS 4911.99): 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 4911.99: Printed matter: n.e.c. in heading no. 4911.
Common questions
What is the value of printed matter (other types) imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported printed matter (other types) worth $3.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 298 tonnes. That ranks it 105th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply printed matter (other types) to Tunisia?
France was the largest supplier with 35% of the value ($1.1 million), followed by Germany (20%) and Turkey (18%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 35 supplier countries in total. Ireland grew fastest among the top ten, up 210% on the year.
What is the average import price of printed matter (other types) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.83 per kg in 2024, 16% below the world average of $12.97 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of printed matter (other types) to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.0 million in 2017 to $3.2 million in 2024, an increase of 60%. The peak was 2022 at $4.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.4 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export printed matter (other types)?
Yes. Tunisia exported $2.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, the Republic of the Congo and Cameroon. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $711 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for printed matter (other types)?
The HS code for printed matter (other types) is subheading 4911.99. It sits in HS chapter 49 (printed books, newspapers, pictures and other products of the printing industry; manuscripts, typescripts and plans). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4911 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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