Synthetic dye imports in Cote d'Ivoire: data, top suppliers and prices
Cote d'Ivoire imported $11.1 million of synthetic dye in 2024 (2.1 thousand tonnes). That is 4% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $14.4 million.
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 | $11.1M | 2.1K t |
| 2023 | $11.6M | 1.9K t |
| 2022 | $14.4M | 2.2K t |
| 2021 | $13.8M | 2.0K t |
| 2020 | $11.4M | 1.4K t |
| 2019 | $11.1M | 1.2K t |
| 2018 | $11.3M | 1.2K t |
| 2017 | $8.3M | 1.4K t |
Where Cote d'Ivoire imports synthetic dye from
Most of the value came from India (34%), France (10%), China (9%). Among the main suppliers, Taiwan grew fastest (+87% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $3.8M | 34% |
| France | $1.2M | 11% |
| China | $957K | 8.6% |
| Germany | $947K | 8.5% |
| Spain | $776K | 7% |
| Netherlands | $545K | 4.9% |
| South Korea | $434K | 3.9% |
| Italy | $416K | 3.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $310K | 2.8% |
| Taiwan | $300K | 2.7% |
Product types under HS 3204
| 3204.17 | Synthetic pigments | 58% |
| 3204.19 | Synthetic dyes (other) | 16% |
| 3204.16 | Reactive dyes | 12% |
| 3204.90 | Synthetic organic products (other) | 4.4% |
| 3204.20 | Fluorescent brightening agents | 4.2% |
| 3204.12 | Acid dyes and mordant dyes | 2.7% |
| 3204.11 | Disperse dyes | 1.5% |
| 3204.13 | Basic dyes | 0.8% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3204.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.23 per kg, 28% below the world average of $7.25, 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.
Synthetic dye exports from Cote d'Ivoire
In 2024, Cote d'Ivoire exported synthetic dye worth $3.2 million (976 tonnes). Most of it went to Ghana (35%), Togo (22%), Mali (14%). Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest (+82% on the year before).
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The shipment records behind Cote d'Ivoire synthetic dye imports (HS 3204): 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 3204: Synthetic organic colouring matter and preparations based thereon; synthetic organic products used as fluorescent brightening agents or as luminophores; whether or not chemically defined.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic dye imported by Cote d'Ivoire?
Cote d'Ivoire imported synthetic dye worth $11.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 80th of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic dye to Cote d'Ivoire?
India was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($3.8 million), followed by France (10%) and China (9%). The top three together account for 53%, out of 35 supplier countries in total. Taiwan grew fastest among the top ten, up 87% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic dye per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.23 per kg in 2024, 28% below the world average of $7.25 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of synthetic dye to Cote d'Ivoire changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.3 million in 2017 to $11.1 million in 2024, an increase of 34%. The peak was 2022 at $14.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $11.6 million a year.
Does Cote d'Ivoire also export synthetic dye?
Yes. Cote d'Ivoire exported $3.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ghana, Togo and Mali. On balance Cote d'Ivoire is a net importer of this product, by about $7.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic dye?
The HS code for synthetic dye is heading 3204. In Cote d'Ivoire the largest six-digit codes were 3204.17 (58% of the value) and 3204.19 (16%).
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