Retail adhesive imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tunisia imported retail adhesive worth $6.5 million (689 tonnes). Value rose 6% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% 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 | $6.5M | 689 t |
| 2023 | $6.2M | 810 t |
| 2022 | $5.0M | 889 t |
| 2021 | $5.7M | 963 t |
| 2020 | $4.1M | 858 t |
| 2019 | $5.4M | 926 t |
| 2018 | $5.8M | 933 t |
| 2017 | $3.0M | 505 t |
Where Tunisia imports retail adhesive from
The largest suppliers were France (17%), Netherlands (16%), Ireland (15%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 48%. Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+472% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $1.1M | 17% |
| Netherlands | $1.0M | 16% |
| Ireland | $971K | 15% |
| Germany | $933K | 14% |
| China | $716K | 11% |
| Italy | $438K | 6.7% |
| Turkey | $434K | 6.6% |
| Switzerland | $170K | 2.6% |
| Romania | $149K | 2.3% |
| United Kingdom | $137K | 2.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.50 per kg, 43% above the world average of $6.66. 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.
Retail adhesive exports from Tunisia
Tunisia exported $2.1 million of retail adhesive in 2024 (426 tonnes). Most of it went to Togo (20%), Cote d'Ivoire (20%), Algeria (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Turkey grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Togo | $430K | 21% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $416K | 20% |
| Algeria | $323K | 15% |
| Morocco | $223K | 11% |
| United Arab Emirates | $196K | 9.3% |
| Libya | $154K | 7.3% |
| South Africa | $142K | 6.8% |
| France | $81K | 3.9% |
| Turkey | $76K | 3.6% |
| Ghana | $29K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia retail adhesive imports (HS 3506.10): 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 3506.10: Glues or adhesives: prepared, products suitable for use as glues or adhesives, put up for retail sale as glues or adhesives, not exceeding a net weight of 1kg.
Common questions
What is the value of retail adhesive imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported retail adhesive worth $6.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 689 tonnes. That ranks it 78th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply retail adhesive to Tunisia?
France was the largest supplier with 17% of the value ($1.1 million), followed by the Netherlands (16%) and Ireland (15%). The top three together account for 48%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 472% on the year.
What is the average import price of retail adhesive per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.50 per kg in 2024, 43% above the world average of $6.66 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of retail adhesive to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.0 million in 2017 to $6.5 million in 2024, an increase of 116%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.2 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export retail adhesive?
Yes. Tunisia exported $2.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Togo, Cote d'Ivoire and Algeria. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $4.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for retail adhesive?
The HS code for retail adhesive is subheading 3506.10. It sits in HS chapter 35 (albuminoidal substances; modified starches; glues; enzymes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3506 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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