Water-based polymer paint trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in water-based polymer paint was worth $3.25 billion in 2024, about 859.7 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 23% 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 | $3.25B | 859.7K t |
| 2023 | $3.27B | 841.6K t |
| 2022 | $3.25B | 857.6K t |
| 2021 | $3.24B | 907.8K t |
| 2020 | $2.71B | 834.9K t |
| 2019 | $2.91B | 874.1K t |
| 2018 | $3.06B | 844.5K t |
| 2017 | $2.65B | 783.3K t |
Top water-based polymer paint exporting countries
Exports are led by Germany (16%), the United States (10%) and France (7%). 161 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 33%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $536.1M | 17% |
| United States | $331.1M | 10% |
| France | $220.7M | 6.8% |
| Italy | $219.0M | 6.7% |
| United Kingdom | $176.4M | 5.4% |
| China | $162.8M | 5% |
| Netherlands | $160.8M | 4.9% |
| Spain | $143.6M | 4.4% |
| Japan | $128.8M | 4% |
| Sweden | $106.2M | 3.3% |
| Canada | $99.5M | 3.1% |
| Belgium | $91.9M | 2.8% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 8% of world imports, ahead of Germany and Mexico. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 20% across 222 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $267.3M | 8.2% |
| Germany | $214.0M | 6.6% |
| Mexico | $182.5M | 5.6% |
| China | $173.2M | 5.3% |
| Poland | $146.0M | 4.5% |
| France | $133.0M | 4.1% |
| Canada | $127.5M | 3.9% |
| Czech Republic | $126.8M | 3.9% |
| United Kingdom | $87.7M | 2.7% |
| Spain | $83.6M | 2.6% |
| Belgium | $82.7M | 2.5% |
| Netherlands | $77.2M | 2.4% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $3.79 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $6.18 per kg and China $2.54 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 3209.90: Paints and varnishes: (based on polymers other than acrylic or vinyl), dispersed or dissolved in an aqueous medium. HS 3209 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most water-based polymer paint?
Germany exported $536.1 million in 2024, 16% of the world total, followed by the United States (10%) and France (7%). In all, 161 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most water-based polymer paint?
The United States imported $267.3 million in 2024, 8% of world imports, ahead of Germany (7%) and Mexico (6%). The top three importers together take 20%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in water-based polymer paint?
It was worth $3.25 billion in 2024, about 859.7 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 23% since 2017. The peak year was 2023 at $3.27 billion. 161 countries reported exports and 222 reported imports.
What is the average price of water-based polymer paint per kg?
The world average declared value was about $3.79 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $6.18 per kg and China $2.54 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 water-based polymer paint?
The HS code for water-based polymer paint is subheading 3209.90, 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 3209 page.
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