Acid dyes and mordant dyes trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in acid dyes and mordant dyes was worth $838.1 million in 2024, about 108.6 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 12% since 2017, and up 5% on 2023.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
World trade by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $838.1M | 108.6K t |
| 2023 | $799.2M | 100.0K t |
| 2022 | $1.03B | 117.8K t |
| 2021 | $1.03B | 123.3K t |
| 2020 | $807.8M | 103.7K t |
| 2019 | $948.7M | 118.2K t |
| 2018 | $1.03B | 131.2K t |
| 2017 | $957.7M | 126.5K t |
Top acid dyes and mordant dyes exporting countries
India is the largest exporter with 33% of world exports, followed by China and the United States. The top three supply 50% between them, out of 107 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $278.2M | 33% |
| China | $86.6M | 10% |
| United States | $56.9M | 6.8% |
| Spain | $47.8M | 5.7% |
| Germany | $47.4M | 5.7% |
| Italy | $45.8M | 5.5% |
| Taiwan | $35.9M | 4.3% |
| Japan | $35.8M | 4.3% |
| Thailand | $34.5M | 4.1% |
| Switzerland | $25.1M | 3% |
| Mexico | $16.1M | 1.9% |
| United Kingdom | $13.4M | 1.6% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
China is the biggest buyer with 11% of world imports, ahead of Italy and the United States. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 25% across 188 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $90.6M | 11% |
| Italy | $64.9M | 7.7% |
| United States | $51.5M | 6.1% |
| Germany | $44.7M | 5.3% |
| Brazil | $43.7M | 5.2% |
| Vietnam | $36.5M | 4.4% |
| Spain | $35.9M | 4.3% |
| Turkey | $31.0M | 3.7% |
| Taiwan | $25.0M | 3% |
| Hong Kong | $21.7M | 2.6% |
| Mexico | $21.5M | 2.6% |
| Thailand | $21.3M | 2.6% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $7.72 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Japan averaged $70.04 per kg and India $5.10 per kg, so grade and origin matter.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments worldwide. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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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 3204.12: Dyes: acid, whether or not premetallised and preparations based thereon, mordant dyes and preparations based thereon. HS 3204 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most acid dyes and mordant dyes?
India exported $278.2 million in 2024, 33% of the world total, followed by China (10%) and the United States (7%). In all, 107 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most acid dyes and mordant dyes?
China imported $90.6 million in 2024, 11% of world imports, ahead of Italy (8%) and the United States (6%). The top three importers together take 25%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in acid dyes and mordant dyes?
It was worth $838.1 million in 2024, about 108.6 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 12% since 2017. The peak year was 2018 at $1.03 billion. 107 countries reported exports and 188 reported imports.
What is the average price of acid dyes and mordant dyes per kg?
The world average declared value was about $7.72 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Japan averaged $70.04 per kg and India $5.10 per kg, so grade and origin matter. The average mixes every grade and size, so use it as a market reference rather than an offer.
What is the HS code for acid dyes and mordant dyes?
The HS code for acid dyes and mordant dyes is subheading 3204.12, in chapter 32 (tanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments and other colouring matter; paints, varnishes; putty, other mastics; inks). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 3204 page.
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