Colored pencil trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in colored pencil was worth $1.27 billion in 2024, about 187.6 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 4% since 2017, and down 1% 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 | $1.27B | 187.6K t |
| 2023 | $1.29B | 173.5K t |
| 2022 | $1.32B | 162.5K t |
| 2021 | $1.10B | 128.8K t |
| 2020 | $1.06B | 130.2K t |
| 2019 | $1.16B | 168.1K t |
| 2018 | $1.21B | 157.0K t |
| 2017 | $1.23B | 167.3K t |
Top colored pencil exporting countries
Exports are led by China (48%), Germany (9%) and Brazil (5%). 150 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 62%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $611.4M | 48% |
| Germany | $114.0M | 9% |
| Brazil | $68.7M | 5.4% |
| Vietnam | $60.1M | 4.7% |
| India | $53.4M | 4.2% |
| Czech Republic | $43.3M | 3.4% |
| Indonesia | $40.4M | 3.2% |
| Mexico | $37.0M | 2.9% |
| France | $30.6M | 2.4% |
| Russia | $20.5M | 1.6% |
| Netherlands | $19.6M | 1.5% |
| Thailand | $17.5M | 1.4% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are the United States (17%), Germany (7%) and Mexico (4%). 219 countries imported it, and the top three take 28% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $213.9M | 17% |
| Germany | $89.6M | 7% |
| Mexico | $54.2M | 4.3% |
| France | $47.1M | 3.7% |
| United Kingdom | $37.3M | 2.9% |
| Brazil | $36.5M | 2.9% |
| Russia | $30.3M | 2.4% |
| Netherlands | $30.1M | 2.4% |
| Italy | $29.2M | 2.3% |
| Poland | $29.0M | 2.3% |
| Thailand | $27.5M | 2.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $24.2M | 1.9% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $6.79 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the Czech Republic averaged $18.62 per kg and China $5.12 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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The shipment records behind Colored pencil (HS 9609.10) importers and exporters, worldwide: 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 9609.10: Pencils and crayons: with leads encased in rigid sheath. HS 9609 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most colored pencil?
China exported $611.4 million in 2024, 48% of the world total, followed by Germany (9%) and Brazil (5%). In all, 150 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most colored pencil?
The United States imported $213.9 million in 2024, 17% of world imports, ahead of Germany (7%) and Mexico (4%). The top three importers together take 28%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in colored pencil?
It was worth $1.27 billion in 2024, about 187.6 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 4% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $1.32 billion. 150 countries reported exports and 219 reported imports.
What is the average price of colored pencil per kg?
The world average declared value was about $6.79 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the Czech Republic averaged $18.62 per kg and China $5.12 per kg, so grade and origin matter. Read it as a benchmark: it blends all grades, origins and contract terms.
What is the HS code for colored pencil?
The HS code for colored pencil is subheading 9609.10, in chapter 96 (miscellaneous manufactured articles). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 9609 page.
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