Writing and drawing ink imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tunisia imported writing and drawing ink worth $8.3 million (203 tonnes). Value fell 11% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% 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 | $8.3M | 203 t |
| 2023 | $9.4M | 646 t |
| 2022 | $9.4M | 670 t |
| 2021 | $9.2M | 666 t |
| 2020 | $7.1M | 548 t |
| 2019 | $6.2M | 506 t |
| 2018 | $6.0M | 498 t |
| 2017 | $4.1M | 358 t |
Where Tunisia imports writing and drawing ink from
Most of the value came from France (39%), China (15%), Japan (8%). Among the main suppliers, Malaysia grew fastest (+447% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $3.2M | 39% |
| China | $1.2M | 15% |
| Japan | $659K | 7.9% |
| United Kingdom | $510K | 6.1% |
| Italy | $391K | 4.7% |
| Germany | $366K | 4.4% |
| Indonesia | $288K | 3.5% |
| Spain | $263K | 3.2% |
| Malaysia | $216K | 2.6% |
| Singapore | $194K | 2.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $41.16 per kg, close to the world average of $34.72.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Writing and drawing ink exports from Tunisia
Tunisia exported $399 thousand of writing and drawing ink in 2024 (3 tonnes). Libya alone took 63% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Libya grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
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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 3215.90: Ink: writing, drawing and other inks, n.e.c. in heading no. 3215, whether or not concentrated or solid.
Common questions
What is the value of writing and drawing ink imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported writing and drawing ink worth $8.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 203 tonnes. That ranks it 57th of 220 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply writing and drawing ink to Tunisia?
France was the largest supplier with 39% of the value ($3.2 million), followed by China (15%) and Japan (8%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 35 supplier countries in total. Malaysia grew fastest among the top ten, up 447% on the year.
What is the average import price of writing and drawing ink per kg?
The average declared import value was about $41.16 per kg in 2024, 19% above the world average of $34.72 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of writing and drawing ink to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.1 million in 2017 to $8.3 million in 2024, an increase of 104%. The peak was 2023 at $9.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.5 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export writing and drawing ink?
Yes. Tunisia exported $399 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Libya, France and Russia. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $7.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for writing and drawing ink?
The HS code for writing and drawing ink is subheading 3215.90. 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 3215 page.
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