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Tunisia: Market for Silk Shawls And Scarves 2025

Market Size for Silk Shawls And Scarves in Tunisia

In 2022, the Tunisian silk shawl and scarf market decreased by -58.8% to $X, falling for the third consecutive year after two years of growth. Overall, consumption saw a abrupt shrinkage. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Production of Silk Shawls And Scarves in Tunisia

In value terms, silk shawl and scarf production shrank modestly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, continues to indicate a noticeable reduction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when the production volume increased by 50% against the previous year. Silk shawl and scarf production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

Exports of Silk Shawls And Scarves

Exports from Tunisia

In 2022, overseas shipments of silk shawls and scarves increased by 41% to X units, rising for the second year in a row after three years of decline. In general, exports recorded a pronounced increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 when exports increased by 343%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, silk shawl and scarf exports reduced to $X in 2022. Overall, exports recorded a temperate expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 when exports increased by 319%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at $X in 2021, and then fell slightly in the following year.

Exports by Country

Italy (X units) was the main destination for silk shawl and scarf exports from Tunisia, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Italy stood at +4.3%.

In value terms, Italy ($X) also remains the key foreign market for silk shawls and scarves exports from Tunisia.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Italy stood at +3.8%.

Export Prices by Country

The average silk shawl and scarf export price stood at $X per unit in 2022, declining by -30% against the previous year. Overall, the export price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of 55% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per unit in 2021, and then declined remarkably in the following year.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Italy.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Italy amounted to -0.5% per year.

Imports of Silk Shawls And Scarves

Imports into Tunisia

In 2022, overseas purchases of silk shawls and scarves decreased by -51.1% to X units for the first time since 2017, thus ending a four-year declining trend. In general, imports faced a precipitous slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 589%. As a result, imports attained the peak of X units. From 2018 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, silk shawl and scarf imports dropped rapidly to $X in 2022. Overall, imports saw a deep downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 606%. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2018 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

China (X units), Italy (X units) and India (X units) were the main suppliers of silk shawl and scarf imports to Tunisia, with a combined 83% share of total imports. France and Portugal lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 17%.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Portugal (with a CAGR of -2.4%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, Italy ($X) constituted the largest supplier of silk shawls and scarves to Tunisia, comprising 70% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by China ($X), with a 12% share of total imports. It was followed by Portugal, with a 9.4% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Italy amounted to -13.4%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: China (-15.4% per year) and Portugal (+10.1% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average silk shawl and scarf import price stood at $X per unit in 2022, picking up by 32% against the previous year. In general, the import price showed buoyant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 when the average import price increased by 80% against the previous year. The import price peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Portugal ($X per unit), while the price for China ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Switzerland (+15.5%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for silk shawl and scarf in Tunisia. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 14192338 - Shawls, scarves, mufflers, mantillas, veils and the like, of silk or silk waste (excluding knitted or crocheted)

Country coverage:

Tunisia

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Tunisia
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024