Putty imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
Tunisia imported $12.2 million of putty in 2024 (4.0 thousand tonnes). Value rose 6% on 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 | $12.2M | 4.0K t |
| 2023 | $11.5M | 4.5K t |
| 2022 | $14.1M | 4.7K t |
| 2021 | $10.6M | 4.2K t |
| 2020 | $8.9M | 4.5K t |
| 2019 | $10.5M | 5.1K t |
| 2018 | $10.6M | 5.7K t |
| 2017 | $8.4M | 3.1K t |
Where Tunisia imports putty from
The largest suppliers were France (28%), Italy (16%), Germany (14%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+152% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $3.4M | 28% |
| Italy | $2.0M | 16% |
| Germany | $1.7M | 14% |
| Turkey | $1.1M | 9.1% |
| United Kingdom | $1.1M | 9% |
| Belgium | $593K | 4.9% |
| Spain | $483K | 4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $322K | 2.6% |
| Bahrain | $270K | 2.2% |
| Egypt | $250K | 2.1% |
Product types under HS 3214
| 3214.10 | Painters putty | 82% |
| 3214.90 | Sealant and mastic | 18% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3214.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.09 per kg, 96% above the world average of $1.58. 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.
Putty exports from Tunisia
Exports of putty by Tunisia reached $10.4 million in 2024 (7.7 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Libya accounted for 65% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Republic of the Congo grew fastest (+258% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia putty imports (HS 3214): 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 3214: Glaziers' putty, grafting putty, resin cements, caulking compounds and other mastics; painters' fillings; non-refractory surfacing preparations for facades, indoor walls, floors, ceilings or the like.
Common questions
What is the value of putty imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported putty worth $12.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 98th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply putty to Tunisia?
France was the largest supplier with 28% of the value ($3.4 million), followed by Italy (16%) and Germany (14%). The top three together account for 58%, out of 40 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 152% on the year.
What is the average import price of putty per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.09 per kg in 2024, 96% above the world average of $1.58 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of putty to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.4 million in 2017 to $12.2 million in 2024, an increase of 46%. The peak was 2022 at $14.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $10.9 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export putty?
Yes. Tunisia exported $10.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Libya, France and Mauritius. That compares with imports of $12.2 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for putty?
The HS code for putty is heading 3214. In Tunisia the largest six-digit codes were 3214.10 (82% of the value) and 3214.90 (18%).
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