Textile finish imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of textile finish by Tunisia reached $12.4 million in 2024 (5.6 thousand tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. 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 | $12.4M | 5.6K t |
| 2023 | $12.1M | 4.9K t |
| 2022 | $14.8M | 6.3K t |
| 2021 | $14.0M | 6.1K t |
| 2020 | $12.2M | 5.0K t |
| 2019 | $13.9M | 6.8K t |
| 2018 | $13.8M | 6.8K t |
| 2017 | $10.2M | 4.8K t |
Where Tunisia imports textile finish from
The largest suppliers were Italy (35%), France (21%), Spain (12%). Among the main suppliers, Egypt grew fastest (+101% on the year before).
Product types under HS 3809
| 3809.91 | Textile finishing agent | 64% |
| 3809.92 | Paper finishing agent | 26% |
| 3809.93 | Leather finishing agent | 8.1% |
| 3809.10 | Starch finishing agent | 1.8% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3809.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.19 per kg, 39% above the world average of $1.58. 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.
Textile finish exports from Tunisia
Tunisia exported $644 thousand of textile finish in 2024 (296 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Libya accounted for 57% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Gabon grew fastest (+282% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Libya | $364K | 57% |
| Senegal | $94K | 15% |
| France | $50K | 7.8% |
| Italy | $46K | 7.2% |
| Spain | $42K | 6.6% |
| Gabon | $37K | 5.7% |
| Madagascar | $4K | 0.6% |
| Mauritania | $4K | 0.5% |
| United Kingdom | $2K | 0.3% |
| Morocco | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia textile finish imports (HS 3809): 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 3809: Finishing agents, dye carriers to accelerate the dyeing, fixing of dyestuffs, other products and preparations, of a kind used in the textile, paper, leather or like industries, n.e.c. or included.
Common questions
What is the value of textile finish imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported textile finish worth $12.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 70th of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply textile finish to Tunisia?
Italy was the largest supplier with 35% of the value ($4.3 million), followed by France (21%) and Spain (12%). The top three together account for 67%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. Egypt grew fastest among the top ten, up 101% on the year.
What is the average import price of textile finish per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.19 per kg in 2024, 39% above the world average of $1.58 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of textile finish to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.2 million in 2017 to $12.4 million in 2024, an increase of 22%. The peak was 2022 at $14.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $12.9 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export textile finish?
Yes. Tunisia exported $644 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Libya, Senegal and France. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $11.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for textile finish?
The HS code for textile finish is heading 3809. In Tunisia the largest six-digit codes were 3809.91 (64% of the value) and 3809.92 (26%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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