Rubber gaskets and seals imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tunisia imported rubber gaskets and seals worth $28.4 million (824 tonnes). That is 9% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% 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 | $28.4M | 824 t |
| 2023 | $26.2M | 885 t |
| 2022 | $18.8M | 811 t |
| 2021 | $17.9M | 854 t |
| 2020 | $18.8M | 776 t |
| 2019 | $17.6M | 836 t |
| 2018 | $21.6M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $11.2M | 564 t |
Where Tunisia imports rubber gaskets and seals from
Most of the value came from Italy (28%), Germany (18%), France (18%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+46% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $7.8M | 28% |
| Germany | $5.2M | 18% |
| France | $5.0M | 18% |
| Turkey | $3.0M | 11% |
| China | $2.8M | 9.8% |
| United States | $751K | 2.6% |
| United Kingdom | $496K | 1.8% |
| Spain | $480K | 1.7% |
| Portugal | $396K | 1.4% |
| Japan | $364K | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $34.48 per kg, 89% above the world average of $18.20. 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.
Rubber gaskets and seals exports from Tunisia
In 2024, Tunisia exported rubber gaskets and seals worth $5.6 million (150 tonnes). Most of it went to France (32%), Morocco (19%), Germany (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Brazil grew fastest (+978% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $1.8M | 32% |
| Morocco | $1.1M | 19% |
| Germany | $835K | 15% |
| Libya | $601K | 11% |
| Algeria | $338K | 6.1% |
| United States | $233K | 4.2% |
| Brazil | $165K | 3% |
| South Africa | $153K | 2.7% |
| Paraguay | $51K | 0.9% |
| Austria | $43K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia rubber gaskets and seals imports (HS 4016.93): 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 4016.93: Rubber: vulcanised (other than hard rubber), gaskets, washers and other seals, of non-cellular rubber.
Common questions
What is the value of rubber gaskets and seals imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported rubber gaskets and seals worth $28.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 824 tonnes. That ranks it 58th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply rubber gaskets and seals to Tunisia?
Italy was the largest supplier with 28% of the value ($7.8 million), followed by Germany (18%) and France (18%). The top three together account for 64%, out of 58 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 124% on the year.
What is the average import price of rubber gaskets and seals per kg?
The average declared import value was about $34.48 per kg in 2024, 89% above the world average of $18.20 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of rubber gaskets and seals to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.2 million in 2017 to $28.4 million in 2024, an increase of 155%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $20.1 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export rubber gaskets and seals?
Yes. Tunisia exported $5.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, Morocco and Germany. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $22.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for rubber gaskets and seals?
The HS code for rubber gaskets and seals is subheading 4016.93. It sits in HS chapter 40 (rubber and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4016 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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