Specialty pigment imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Egypt imported specialty pigment worth $3.8 million (211 tonnes). That is 5% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% 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 | $3.8M | 211 t |
| 2023 | $3.6M | 239 t |
| 2022 | $3.8M | 249 t |
| 2021 | $3.6M | 301 t |
| 2020 | $2.9M | 234 t |
| 2019 | $2.6M | 298 t |
| 2018 | $2.3M | 239 t |
| 2017 | $1.6M | 147 t |
Where Egypt imports specialty pigment from
China alone supplied 50% of it. Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+267% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.9M | 50% |
| South Korea | $352K | 9.3% |
| France | $239K | 6.3% |
| Morocco | $229K | 6.1% |
| Tunisia | $218K | 5.8% |
| Taiwan | $200K | 5.3% |
| India | $143K | 3.8% |
| Turkey | $128K | 3.4% |
| Italy | $112K | 3% |
| Germany | $86K | 2.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $17.86 per kg, 27% above the world average of $14.05. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Specialty pigment exports from Egypt
Egypt exported $312 thousand of specialty pigment in 2024 (14 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United Arab Emirates accounted for 100% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+163% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $312K | 100% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt specialty pigment imports (HS 3212.10): 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 3212.10: Pigments: of a kind used in the manufacture of paints, stamping foils.
Common questions
What is the value of specialty pigment imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported specialty pigment worth $3.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 211 tonnes. That ranks it 41st of 177 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply specialty pigment to Egypt?
China was the largest supplier with 50% of the value ($1.9 million), followed by South Korea (9%) and France (6%). The top three together account for 66%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 267% on the year.
What is the average import price of specialty pigment per kg?
The average declared import value was about $17.86 per kg in 2024, 27% above the world average of $14.05 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of specialty pigment to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.6 million in 2017 to $3.8 million in 2024, an increase of 139%. The peak was 2022 at $3.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.0 million a year.
Does Egypt also export specialty pigment?
Yes. Egypt exported $312 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $3.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for specialty pigment?
The HS code for specialty pigment is subheading 3212.10. 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 3212 page.
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