Synthetic tanning agent trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in synthetic tanning agent was worth $558.4 million in 2024, about 353.0 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 26% 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 | $558.4M | 353.0K t |
| 2023 | $596.4M | 343.0K t |
| 2022 | $718.2M | 412.1K t |
| 2021 | $679.6M | 441.6K t |
| 2020 | $539.7M | 371.5K t |
| 2019 | $667.0M | 468.4K t |
| 2018 | $756.6M | 510.6K t |
| 2017 | $753.6M | 531.4K t |
Top synthetic tanning agent exporting countries
Italy is the largest exporter with 18% of world exports, followed by Spain and France. The top three supply 39% between them, out of 103 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $100.4M | 18% |
| Spain | $65.8M | 12% |
| France | $51.7M | 9.3% |
| Germany | $49.9M | 8.9% |
| India | $43.4M | 7.8% |
| South Africa | $40.7M | 7.3% |
| China | $38.1M | 6.8% |
| Netherlands | $35.2M | 6.3% |
| Turkey | $28.7M | 5.1% |
| United States | $12.8M | 2.3% |
| Hong Kong | $10.5M | 1.9% |
| Brazil | $10.1M | 1.8% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
China is the biggest buyer with 15% of world imports, ahead of Brazil and Italy. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 32% across 175 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $86.5M | 16% |
| Brazil | $53.2M | 9.5% |
| Italy | $40.5M | 7.3% |
| Vietnam | $28.8M | 5.2% |
| Turkey | $20.3M | 3.6% |
| Thailand | $20.2M | 3.6% |
| South Korea | $19.7M | 3.5% |
| Mexico | $18.7M | 3.4% |
| Pakistan | $17.3M | 3.1% |
| Bangladesh | $15.6M | 2.8% |
| India | $14.5M | 2.6% |
| Spain | $13.1M | 2.3% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $1.58 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the Netherlands averaged $2.16 per kg and South Africa $0.98 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 3202: Tanning substances; synthetic organic or inorganic tanning substances; tanning preparations, whether or not containing natural tanning substances, enzymatic preparations for pre-tanning. HS 3202 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most synthetic tanning agent?
Italy exported $100.4 million in 2024, 18% of the world total, followed by Spain (12%) and France (9%). In all, 103 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most synthetic tanning agent?
China imported $86.5 million in 2024, 15% of world imports, ahead of Brazil (10%) and Italy (7%). The top three importers together take 32%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in synthetic tanning agent?
It was worth $558.4 million in 2024, about 353.0 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 26% since 2017. The peak year was 2018 at $756.6 million. 103 countries reported exports and 175 reported imports.
What is the average price of synthetic tanning agent per kg?
The world average declared value was about $1.58 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the Netherlands averaged $2.16 per kg and South Africa $0.98 per kg, so grade and origin matter. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so treat it as a benchmark, not a quote.
What is the HS code for synthetic tanning agent?
The HS code for synthetic tanning agent is heading 3202, in chapter 32 (tanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments and other colouring matter; paints, varnishes; putty, other mastics; inks). Customs uses this code worldwide at the six-digit level; national tariffs add more digits. The full list of codes is on the HS 3202 page.
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