Tarpaulins and tents exports from Tunisia: data, top buyers and prices
Tunisia exported $25.0 million of tarpaulins and tents in 2024 (979 tonnes). That is 5% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $25.0M | 979 t |
| 2023 | $26.4M | 1.6K t |
| 2022 | $24.2M | 1.6K t |
| 2021 | $17.4M | 1.3K t |
| 2020 | $11.0M | 807 t |
| 2019 | $11.1M | 727 t |
| 2018 | $14.2M | 790 t |
| 2017 | $7.9M | 388 t |
Where Tunisia exports tarpaulins and tents to
France alone took 79% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $19.9M | 80% |
| Germany | $1.9M | 7.5% |
| Poland | $1.0M | 4% |
| Norway | $344K | 1.4% |
| Czech Republic | $327K | 1.3% |
| Morocco | $283K | 1.1% |
| Spain | $226K | 0.9% |
| Switzerland | $220K | 0.9% |
| Belgium | $172K | 0.7% |
| United Kingdom | $130K | 0.5% |
Product types under HS 6306
| 6306.30 | Sails | 53% |
| 6306.19 | Tarpaulins (other) | 19% |
| 6306.40 | Pneumatic mattresses | 11% |
| 6306.22 | Synthetic fibre tents | 8% |
| 6306.12 | Synthetic tarpaulins | 4.4% |
| 6306.29 | Tents (other) | 3.6% |
| 6306.90 | Camping goods (textiles) | 1.4% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6306.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $25.54 per kg, 319% above the world average of $6.10. 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.
Tarpaulins and tents imports to Tunisia
Tunisia imported $2.5 million of tarpaulins and tents in 2024 (159 tonnes). The largest suppliers were China (34%), France (22%), United States (17%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $841K | 34% |
| France | $543K | 22% |
| United States | $424K | 17% |
| Turkey | $236K | 9.5% |
| Vietnam | $143K | 5.7% |
| Italy | $132K | 5.3% |
| Portugal | $35K | 1.4% |
| Belgium | $31K | 1.2% |
| Germany | $28K | 1.1% |
| Czech Republic | $23K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia tarpaulins and tents exports (HS 6306): 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 6306: Tarpaulins, awnings and sunblinds; tents (including temporary canopies and similar articles); sails for boats, sailboards or landcraft; camping goods.
Common questions
What is the value of tarpaulins and tents exported by Tunisia?
Tunisia exported tarpaulins and tents worth $25.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 979 tonnes. That ranks it 25th of 185 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries buy tarpaulins and tents from Tunisia?
France was the largest buyer with 79% of the value ($19.9 million), followed by Germany (8%) and Poland (4%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 38 buyer countries in total. Morocco grew fastest among the top ten, up 160% on the year.
What is the average export price of tarpaulins and tents per kg?
The average declared export value was about $25.54 per kg in 2024, 319% above the world average of $6.10 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of tarpaulins and tents from Tunisia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $7.9 million in 2017 to $25.0 million in 2024, an increase of 215%. The peak was 2023 at $26.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $17.2 million a year.
Does Tunisia also import tarpaulins and tents?
Yes. Tunisia imported $2.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, France and the United States. On balance Tunisia is a net exporter of this product, by about $22.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for tarpaulins and tents?
The HS code for tarpaulins and tents is heading 6306. In Tunisia the largest six-digit codes were 6306.30 (53% of the value) and 6306.19 (19%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For Tunisia, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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