Titanium dioxide pigments (standard) imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tunisia imported titanium dioxide pigments (standard) worth $12.8 million (2.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 54% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 29% 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 | $12.8M | 2.8K t |
| 2023 | $8.3M | 2.9K t |
| 2022 | $8.9M | 2.6K t |
| 2021 | $12.3M | 4.6K t |
| 2020 | $8.8M | 3.4K t |
| 2019 | $11.1M | 4.0K t |
| 2018 | $8.7M | 2.4K t |
| 2017 | $2.1M | 570 t |
Where Tunisia imports titanium dioxide pigments (standard) from
One supplier dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 52% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+271% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $6.7M | 52% |
| China | $2.3M | 18% |
| Germany | $1.1M | 8.4% |
| Finland | $450K | 3.5% |
| Italy | $387K | 3% |
| India | $328K | 2.6% |
| Belgium | $299K | 2.3% |
| Spain | $244K | 1.9% |
| Netherlands | $220K | 1.7% |
| United Kingdom | $187K | 1.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.65 per kg, 24% above the world average of $3.75. 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.
Titanium dioxide pigments (standard) exports from Tunisia
In 2024, Tunisia exported titanium dioxide pigments (standard) worth $916 thousand (203 tonnes). Mauritania alone took 58% of it.
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia titanium dioxide pigments (standard) imports (HS 3206.19): 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 3206.19: Colouring matter: pigments and preparations based on titanium dioxide, containing less than 80% by weight of titanium dioxide calculated on the dry weight.
Common questions
What is the value of titanium dioxide pigments (standard) imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported titanium dioxide pigments (standard) worth $12.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 32nd of 189 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 54% on 2023.
Which countries supply titanium dioxide pigments (standard) to Tunisia?
Saudi Arabia was the largest supplier with 52% of the value ($6.7 million), followed by China (18%) and Germany (8%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 470% on the year.
What is the average import price of titanium dioxide pigments (standard) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.65 per kg in 2024, 24% above the world average of $3.75 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of titanium dioxide pigments (standard) to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.1 million in 2017 to $12.8 million in 2024, an increase of 507%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $9.1 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export titanium dioxide pigments (standard)?
Yes. Tunisia exported $916 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mauritania, Algeria and Libya. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $11.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for titanium dioxide pigments (standard)?
The HS code for titanium dioxide pigments (standard) is subheading 3206.19. It sits in HS chapter 32 (tanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments and other colouring matter; paints, varnishes; putty, other mastics; inks). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3206 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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