Wattle tanning extract trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in wattle tanning extract was worth $103.0 million in 2024, about 56.3 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 11% 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 | $103.0M | 56.3K t |
| 2023 | $109.2M | 58.5K t |
| 2022 | $107.7M | 66.8K t |
| 2021 | $115.0M | 74.1K t |
| 2020 | $86.8M | 55.3K t |
| 2019 | $105.4M | 69.6K t |
| 2018 | $116.6M | 74.2K t |
| 2017 | $116.0M | 75.5K t |
Top wattle tanning extract exporting countries
South Africa is the largest exporter with 58% of world exports, followed by Brazil and Tanzania. The top three supply 86% between them, out of 57 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $59.7M | 58% |
| Brazil | $23.8M | 23% |
| Tanzania | $5.0M | 4.8% |
| Zimbabwe | $3.4M | 3.3% |
| Turkey | $2.0M | 1.9% |
| United States | $1.4M | 1.3% |
| India | $1.1M | 1.1% |
| Germany | $916K | 0.9% |
| Ecuador | $856K | 0.8% |
| Italy | $838K | 0.8% |
| Portugal | $716K | 0.7% |
| China | $456K | 0.4% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
India is the biggest buyer with 17% of world imports, ahead of China and Turkey. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 40% across 123 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $17.6M | 17% |
| China | $17.3M | 17% |
| Turkey | $6.0M | 5.8% |
| Mexico | $4.9M | 4.8% |
| Italy | $4.7M | 4.6% |
| United States | $3.7M | 3.6% |
| Spain | $3.6M | 3.5% |
| Germany | $3.5M | 3.4% |
| Pakistan | $3.4M | 3.3% |
| Bangladesh | $3.3M | 3.2% |
| Cuba | $3.0M | 2.9% |
| Japan | $2.8M | 2.7% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $1.83 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Turkey averaged $2.21 per kg and Germany $0.77 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 3201.20: Tanning extracts of vegetable origin: wattle extract. HS 3201 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most wattle tanning extract?
South Africa exported $59.7 million in 2024, 58% of the world total, followed by Brazil (23%) and Tanzania (5%). In all, 57 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most wattle tanning extract?
India imported $17.6 million in 2024, 17% of world imports, ahead of China (17%) and Turkey (6%). The top three importers together take 40%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in wattle tanning extract?
It was worth $103.0 million in 2024, about 56.3 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 11% since 2017. The peak year was 2018 at $116.6 million. 57 countries reported exports and 123 reported imports.
What is the average price of wattle tanning extract per kg?
The world average declared value was about $1.83 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Turkey averaged $2.21 per kg and Germany $0.77 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 wattle tanning extract?
The HS code for wattle tanning extract is subheading 3201.20, 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 3201 page.
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