Prepared pigments and colors trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in prepared pigments and colors was worth $950.2 million in 2024, about 185.6 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 1% since 2017, and down 6% 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 | $950.2M | 185.6K t |
| 2023 | $1.01B | 190.9K t |
| 2022 | $1.21B | 224.4K t |
| 2021 | $1.19B | 232.5K t |
| 2020 | $963.2M | 189.6K t |
| 2019 | $1.00B | 218.6K t |
| 2018 | $1.11B | 209.2K t |
| 2017 | $936.9M | 199.3K t |
Top prepared pigments and colors exporting countries
Spain is the largest exporter with 36% of world exports, followed by China and Italy. The top three supply 61% between them, out of 114 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $338.9M | 36% |
| China | $153.7M | 16% |
| Italy | $86.2M | 9.1% |
| Netherlands | $69.9M | 7.4% |
| United States | $65.2M | 6.9% |
| Germany | $54.3M | 5.7% |
| Japan | $22.6M | 2.4% |
| Turkey | $22.2M | 2.3% |
| Indonesia | $17.7M | 1.9% |
| India | $14.9M | 1.6% |
| South Korea | $9.4M | 1% |
| France | $9.2M | 1% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
India is the biggest buyer with 14% of world imports, ahead of Italy and Turkey. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 26% across 183 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $135.8M | 14% |
| Italy | $57.2M | 6% |
| Turkey | $49.6M | 5.2% |
| China | $45.4M | 4.8% |
| United States | $40.7M | 4.3% |
| Vietnam | $36.8M | 3.9% |
| Brazil | $35.4M | 3.7% |
| Poland | $30.7M | 3.2% |
| Mexico | $26.2M | 2.8% |
| Indonesia | $24.7M | 2.6% |
| Spain | $23.6M | 2.5% |
| Germany | $21.8M | 2.3% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $5.12 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Japan averaged $18.72 per kg and China $4.39 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 3207.10: Pigments: prepared pigments, opacifiers, colours and similar preparations. HS 3207 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most prepared pigments and colors?
Spain exported $338.9 million in 2024, 36% of the world total, followed by China (16%) and Italy (9%). In all, 114 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most prepared pigments and colors?
India imported $135.8 million in 2024, 14% of world imports, ahead of Italy (6%) and Turkey (5%). The top three importers together take 26%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in prepared pigments and colors?
It was worth $950.2 million in 2024, about 185.6 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 1% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $1.21 billion. 114 countries reported exports and 183 reported imports.
What is the average price of prepared pigments and colors per kg?
The world average declared value was about $5.12 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Japan averaged $18.72 per kg and China $4.39 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 prepared pigments and colors?
The HS code for prepared pigments and colors is subheading 3207.10, 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 3207 page.
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