Synthetic rope and cordage (other) imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
Tunisia imported $2.6 million of synthetic rope and cordage (other) in 2024 (210 tonnes). Value rose 48% 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 | $2.6M | 210 t |
| 2023 | $1.8M | 237 t |
| 2022 | $1.8M | 303 t |
| 2021 | $2.0M | 442 t |
| 2020 | $2.5M | 984 t |
| 2019 | $2.3M | 376 t |
| 2018 | $1.8M | 113 t |
| 2017 | $2.5M | 394 t |
Where Tunisia imports synthetic rope and cordage (other) from
The largest suppliers were United Kingdom (18%), China (16%), France (15%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 48%. Among the main suppliers, Vietnam grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $472K | 18% |
| China | $416K | 16% |
| France | $387K | 15% |
| Switzerland | $386K | 15% |
| Italy | $267K | 10% |
| Vietnam | $141K | 5.3% |
| Turkey | $130K | 4.9% |
| Germany | $124K | 4.7% |
| India | $120K | 4.5% |
| Spain | $66K | 2.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.62 per kg, 63% above the world average of $7.74. 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.
Synthetic rope and cordage (other) exports from Tunisia
Tunisia exported $2.5 million of synthetic rope and cordage (other) in 2024 (169 tonnes). France alone took 54% of it.
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia synthetic rope and cordage (other) imports (HS 5607.50): 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 5607.50: Twine, cordage, ropes, cables: of synthetic fibres other than polyethylene or polypropylene, whether or not plaited, braided or impregnated, coated, covered or sheathed with rubber or plastics.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic rope and cordage (other) imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported synthetic rope and cordage (other) worth $2.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 210 tonnes. That ranks it 70th of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 48% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic rope and cordage (other) to Tunisia?
The United Kingdom was the largest supplier with 18% of the value ($472 thousand), followed by China (16%) and France (15%). The top three together account for 48%, out of 28 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 646% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic rope and cordage (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $12.62 per kg in 2024, 63% above the world average of $7.74 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of synthetic rope and cordage (other) to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.5 million in 2017 to $2.6 million in 2024, an increase of 5%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.2 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export synthetic rope and cordage (other)?
Yes. Tunisia exported $2.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, Ireland and Malta. That compares with imports of $2.6 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for synthetic rope and cordage (other)?
The HS code for synthetic rope and cordage (other) is subheading 5607.50. It sits in HS chapter 56 (wadding, felt and nonwovens, special yarns; twine, cordage, ropes and cables and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5607 page.
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