Pigments and preparations (other) imports in Cote d'Ivoire: data, top suppliers and prices
Cote d'Ivoire imported $4.9 million of pigments and preparations (other) in 2024 (2.2 thousand tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 17% 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 | $4.9M | 2.2K t |
| 2023 | $4.9M | 2.5K t |
| 2022 | $3.5M | 1.9K t |
| 2021 | $2.9M | 1.6K t |
| 2020 | $3.2M | 1.8K t |
| 2019 | $3.2M | 2.4K t |
| 2018 | $3.4M | 3.1K t |
| 2017 | $1.6M | 1.2K t |
Where Cote d'Ivoire imports pigments and preparations (other) from
Most of the value came from South Korea (18%), Spain (14%), Belgium (14%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 47%. Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+162% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $890K | 18% |
| Spain | $696K | 14% |
| Belgium | $693K | 14% |
| United Arab Emirates | $567K | 12% |
| Egypt | $466K | 9.6% |
| Luxembourg | $378K | 7.8% |
| China | $299K | 6.2% |
| Vietnam | $153K | 3.2% |
| Italy | $127K | 2.6% |
| South Africa | $109K | 2.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.25 per kg, 39% below the world average of $3.70, 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.
Pigments and preparations (other) exports from Cote d'Ivoire
In 2024, Cote d'Ivoire exported pigments and preparations (other) worth $903 thousand (296 tonnes). Ghana alone took 88% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Ghana grew fastest (+31% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Cote d'Ivoire?
The shipment records behind Cote d'Ivoire pigments and preparations (other) imports (HS 3206.49): 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 3206.49: Colouring matter: other preparations n.e.c. in item no. 3206.4.
Common questions
What is the value of pigments and preparations (other) imported by Cote d'Ivoire?
Cote d'Ivoire imported pigments and preparations (other) worth $4.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 76th of 203 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply pigments and preparations (other) to Cote d'Ivoire?
South Korea was the largest supplier with 18% of the value ($890 thousand), followed by Spain (14%) and Belgium (14%). The top three together account for 47%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 162% on the year.
What is the average import price of pigments and preparations (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.25 per kg in 2024, 39% below the world average of $3.70 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of pigments and preparations (other) to Cote d'Ivoire changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.6 million in 2017 to $4.9 million in 2024, an increase of 196%. The peak was 2023 at $4.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.4 million a year.
Does Cote d'Ivoire also export pigments and preparations (other)?
Yes. Cote d'Ivoire exported $903 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ghana, Angola and Togo. On balance Cote d'Ivoire is a net importer of this product, by about $4.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for pigments and preparations (other)?
The HS code for pigments and preparations (other) is subheading 3206.49. It sits in HS chapter 32 (tanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments and other colouring matter; paints, varnishes; putty, other mastics; inks). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3206 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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