Reactive dyes imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
Tunisia imported $3.0 million of reactive dyes in 2024 (415 tonnes). Value fell 32% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $5.7 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 | $3.0M | 415 t |
| 2023 | $4.5M | 483 t |
| 2022 | $5.7M | 693 t |
| 2021 | $5.3M | 589 t |
| 2020 | $3.5M | 436 t |
| 2019 | $4.8M | 570 t |
| 2018 | $4.6M | 619 t |
| 2017 | $2.7M | 361 t |
Where Tunisia imports reactive dyes from
The largest suppliers were Italy (22%), India (18%), Thailand (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 49%. Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+35% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $671K | 22% |
| India | $546K | 18% |
| Thailand | $280K | 9.3% |
| Switzerland | $260K | 8.6% |
| South Korea | $203K | 6.7% |
| Taiwan | $183K | 6% |
| Germany | $180K | 6% |
| Turkey | $149K | 4.9% |
| Belgium | $125K | 4.1% |
| France | $119K | 3.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.31 per kg, 40% above the world average of $5.24. 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.
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The shipment records behind Tunisia reactive dyes imports (HS 3204.16): 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 3204.16: Dyes: reactive dyes and preparations based thereon.
Common questions
What is the value of reactive dyes imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported reactive dyes worth $3.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 415 tonnes. That ranks it 46th of 174 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 32% on 2023.
Which countries supply reactive dyes to Tunisia?
Italy was the largest supplier with 22% of the value ($670 thousand), followed by India (18%) and Thailand (9%). The top three together account for 49%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 35% on the year.
What is the average import price of reactive dyes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.31 per kg in 2024, 40% above the world average of $5.24 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of reactive dyes to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.7 million in 2017 to $3.0 million in 2024, an increase of 11%. The peak was 2022 at $5.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for reactive dyes?
The HS code for reactive dyes is subheading 3204.16. 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 3204 page.
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