Rope and cordage imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tunisia imported rope and cordage worth $6.4 million (1.1 thousand tonnes). Value rose 8% 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 | $6.4M | 1.1K t |
| 2023 | $6.0M | 1.4K t |
| 2022 | $6.0M | 1.2K t |
| 2021 | $5.8M | 1.3K t |
| 2020 | $5.9M | 2.2K t |
| 2019 | $5.3M | 1.3K t |
| 2018 | $4.6M | 786 t |
| 2017 | $3.9M | 897 t |
Where Tunisia imports rope and cordage from
Most of the value came from France (31%), Turkey (15%), China (10%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+643% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $2.0M | 31% |
| Turkey | $940K | 15% |
| China | $615K | 9.6% |
| Italy | $557K | 8.7% |
| United Kingdom | $474K | 7.4% |
| Portugal | $460K | 7.2% |
| Switzerland | $386K | 6% |
| Spain | $197K | 3.1% |
| Germany | $177K | 2.8% |
| India | $147K | 2.3% |
Product types under HS 5607
| 5607.50 | Synthetic rope and cordage (other) | 41% |
| 5607.90 | Natural rope and cordage | 30% |
| 5607.49 | Plastic rope and cordage | 24% |
| 5607.41 | Plastic baler twine | 3.2% |
| 5607.29 | Sisal rope and cordage | 1.7% |
| 5607.21 | Sisal baler twine | 0.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 5607.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.63 per kg, 43% above the world average of $3.94. 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.
Rope and cordage exports from Tunisia
Exports of rope and cordage by Tunisia reached $5.2 million in 2024 (623 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: France accounted for 58% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, United Kingdom grew fastest (+38% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $3.0M | 58% |
| Ireland | $578K | 11% |
| Malta | $302K | 5.8% |
| Spain | $293K | 5.6% |
| United Kingdom | $205K | 3.9% |
| Italy | $200K | 3.8% |
| Algeria | $130K | 2.5% |
| Turkey | $115K | 2.2% |
| Switzerland | $51K | 1% |
| Poland | $47K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia rope and cordage imports (HS 5607): 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 5607: Twine, cordage, ropes and cables, whether or not plaited or braided; whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or sheathed with rubber or plastics.
Common questions
What is the value of rope and cordage imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported rope and cordage worth $6.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 77th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply rope and cordage to Tunisia?
France was the largest supplier with 31% of the value ($2.0 million), followed by Turkey (15%) and China (10%). The top three together account for 55%, out of 37 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 643% on the year.
What is the average import price of rope and cordage per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.63 per kg in 2024, 43% above the world average of $3.94 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of rope and cordage to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.9 million in 2017 to $6.4 million in 2024, an increase of 65%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.5 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export rope and cordage?
Yes. Tunisia exported $5.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, Ireland and Malta. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $1.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for rope and cordage?
The HS code for rope and cordage is heading 5607. In Tunisia the largest six-digit codes were 5607.50 (41% of the value) and 5607.90 (30%).
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