Zippers imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of zippers by Tunisia reached $21.2 million in 2024 (629 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 20% on 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
Hover or tap a year for detail.
Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $21.2M | 629 t |
| 2023 | $17.6M | 1.3K t |
| 2022 | $18.7M | 1.3K t |
| 2021 | $16.3M | 1.0K t |
| 2020 | $14.3M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $15.2M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $14.3M | 1.0K t |
| 2017 | $17.3M | 1.2K t |
Where Tunisia imports zippers from
The largest suppliers were China (22%), Germany (17%), Italy (16%). Among the main suppliers, Portugal grew fastest (+189% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.7M | 22% |
| Germany | $3.5M | 17% |
| Italy | $3.4M | 16% |
| Turkey | $2.3M | 11% |
| France | $1.9M | 8.9% |
| Taiwan | $1.6M | 7.5% |
| Japan | $653K | 3.1% |
| Portugal | $615K | 2.9% |
| Switzerland | $384K | 1.8% |
| Indonesia | $362K | 1.7% |
Product types under HS 9607
| 9607.19 | Plastic zipper | 43% |
| 9607.11 | Zipper | 31% |
| 9607.20 | Zipper part | 26% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 9607.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $33.65 per kg, 209% above the world average of $10.90. 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.
Zippers exports from Tunisia
Tunisia exported $1.9 million of zippers in 2024 (75 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: France accounted for 59% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Italy grew fastest (+320% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia zippers imports (HS 9607): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
Shipment records are in the platform
Tell us what you trade and we will show you the latest records on a live call.
Mirror data: built from the shipment records of the countries that trade with it.
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 9607: Slide fasteners and parts thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of zippers imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported zippers worth $21.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 629 tonnes. That ranks it 32nd of 202 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 20% on 2023.
Which countries supply zippers to Tunisia?
China was the largest supplier with 22% of the value ($4.7 million), followed by Germany (17%) and Italy (16%). The top three together account for 55%, out of 32 supplier countries in total. Portugal grew fastest among the top ten, up 189% on the year.
What is the average import price of zippers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $33.65 per kg in 2024, 209% above the world average of $10.90 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of zippers to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $17.3 million in 2017 to $21.2 million in 2024, an increase of 22%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $16.9 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export zippers?
Yes. Tunisia exported $1.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, Morocco and Algeria. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $19.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for zippers?
The HS code for zippers is heading 9607. In Tunisia the largest six-digit codes were 9607.19 (43% of the value) and 9607.11 (31%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
EximDataX rebuilds Tunisia trade from the customs records of its trading partners, so the companies shipping to and from it are visible. Ask for a live look at your product.
Same product, other countries
Zippers product types in Tunisia
See what your buyers are buying.Then decide.
Everything we show you comes from official customs filings — records, not claims. 30 minutes. Your shipment. Your HS code. Real platform. If you don’t see something new about your market by the end of the call, we walk away. No follow-ups.