Ink imports in Angola: data, top suppliers and prices
Angola imported $22.8 million of ink in 2024 (2.6 thousand tonnes). That is 9% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $22.8M | 2.6K t |
| 2023 | $20.9M | 1.6K t |
| 2022 | $26.3M | 1.9K t |
| 2021 | $15.5M | 1.3K t |
| 2020 | $9.3M | 846 t |
| 2019 | $21.6M | 1.3K t |
| 2018 | $23.9M | 1.5K t |
| 2017 | $9.4M | 555 t |
Where Angola imports ink from
The largest suppliers were Belgium (29%), India (25%), South Africa (11%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+177% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $6.7M | 30% |
| India | $5.6M | 25% |
| South Africa | $2.5M | 11% |
| Germany | $2.2M | 9.8% |
| China | $1.7M | 7.3% |
| Netherlands | $1.0M | 4.5% |
| Portugal | $924K | 4.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $500K | 2.2% |
| United Kingdom | $418K | 1.8% |
| Spain | $328K | 1.4% |
Product types under HS 3215
| 3215.19 | Colored printing ink | 59% |
| 3215.90 | Writing and drawing ink | 27% |
| 3215.11 | Black printing ink | 14% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3215.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.64 per kg, 34% below the world average of $13.13, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Angola?
The shipment records behind Angola ink imports (HS 3215): 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 3215: Ink; printing, writing or drawing ink and other inks; whether or not concentrated or solid.
Common questions
What is the value of ink imported by Angola?
Angola imported ink worth $22.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 72nd of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply ink to Angola?
Belgium was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($6.7 million), followed by India (25%) and South Africa (11%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 40 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 177% on the year.
What is the average import price of ink per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.64 per kg in 2024, 34% below the world average of $13.13 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of ink to Angola changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.4 million in 2017 to $22.8 million in 2024, an increase of 144%. The peak was 2022 at $26.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $18.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for ink?
The HS code for ink is heading 3215. In Angola the largest six-digit codes were 3215.19 (59% of the value) and 3215.90 (27%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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