Synthetic rubber imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
Tunisia imported $11.1 million of synthetic rubber in 2024 (4.8 thousand tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 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 | $11.1M | 4.8K t |
| 2023 | $11.0M | 4.4K t |
| 2022 | $12.9M | 5.3K t |
| 2021 | $9.7M | 6.2K t |
| 2020 | $9.2M | 6.9K t |
| 2019 | $10.6M | 7.1K t |
| 2018 | $10.2M | 6.0K t |
| 2017 | $8.3M | 5.0K t |
Where Tunisia imports synthetic rubber from
The largest suppliers were Italy (20%), Germany (18%), Turkey (14%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+70% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $2.2M | 20% |
| Germany | $2.0M | 18% |
| Turkey | $1.5M | 14% |
| France | $1.0M | 9.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $803K | 7.2% |
| China | $537K | 4.8% |
| Japan | $453K | 4.1% |
| United Kingdom | $450K | 4.1% |
| India | $329K | 3% |
| Spain | $311K | 2.8% |
Product types under HS 4002
| 4002.19 | Styrene-butadiene rubber | 28% |
| 4002.91 | Synthetic rubber latex (other) | 14% |
| 4002.99 | Synthetic rubber (other) | 9.2% |
| 4002.31 | Butyl rubber | 8.7% |
| 4002.20 | Butadiene rubber | 8.7% |
| 4002.49 | Chloroprene rubber | 7.4% |
| 4002.39 | Halogenated butyl rubber | 6.6% |
| 4002.11 | Styrene-butadiene latex | 6.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 4002.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.33 per kg, close to the world average of $2.02.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Synthetic rubber exports from Tunisia
In 2024, Tunisia exported synthetic rubber worth $693 thousand (260 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Cote d'Ivoire accounted for 65% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Libya grew fastest (+217% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Cote d'Ivoire | $447K | 65% |
| Libya | $212K | 31% |
| Italy | $19K | 2.8% |
| France | $14K | 2% |
| Burkina Faso | $1K | 0.1% |
| Malta | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia synthetic rubber imports (HS 4002): 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 4002: Synthetic rubber and factice derived from oils, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip; mixtures of heading no. 4001 and 4002, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic rubber imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported synthetic rubber worth $11.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 72nd of 209 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic rubber to Tunisia?
Italy was the largest supplier with 20% of the value ($2.2 million), followed by Germany (18%) and Turkey (14%). The top three together account for 51%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 70% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic rubber per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.33 per kg in 2024, 15% above the world average of $2.02 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of synthetic rubber to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.3 million in 2017 to $11.1 million in 2024, an increase of 34%. The peak was 2022 at $12.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $10.4 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export synthetic rubber?
Yes. Tunisia exported $693 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Cote d'Ivoire, Libya and Italy. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $10.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic rubber?
The HS code for synthetic rubber is heading 4002. In Tunisia the largest six-digit codes were 4002.19 (28% of the value) and 4002.91 (14%).
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