Synthetic dye imports in Ethiopia: data, top suppliers and prices
Ethiopia imported $6.7 million of synthetic dye in 2024 (2.0 thousand tonnes). Value fell 68% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $20.9 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 | $6.7M | 2.0K t |
| 2023 | $20.9M | 11.8K t |
| 2022 | $17.9M | 4.5K t |
| 2021 | $18.0M | 5.3K t |
| 2020 | $17.0M | 3.7K t |
| 2019 | $17.3M | 4.6K t |
| 2018 | $11.8M | 2.2K t |
| 2017 | $13.1M | 2.5K t |
Where Ethiopia imports synthetic dye from
Most of the value came from India (40%), China (29%), Italy (9%). Among the main suppliers, Hong Kong grew fastest (+144% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $2.7M | 40% |
| China | $2.0M | 29% |
| Italy | $609K | 9.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $422K | 6.3% |
| Hong Kong | $259K | 3.9% |
| Turkey | $167K | 2.5% |
| Norway | $152K | 2.3% |
| South Africa | $111K | 1.7% |
| Ireland | $100K | 1.5% |
| Spain | $81K | 1.2% |
Product types under HS 3204
| 3204.17 | Synthetic pigments | 29% |
| 3204.19 | Synthetic dyes (other) | 24% |
| 3204.12 | Acid dyes and mordant dyes | 18% |
| 3204.11 | Disperse dyes | 5.8% |
| 3204.20 | Fluorescent brightening agents | 5.6% |
| 3204.15 | Vat dyes | 5% |
| 3204.16 | Reactive dyes | 3.8% |
| 3204.90 | Synthetic organic products (other) | 3.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3204.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.32 per kg, 54% 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.
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The shipment records behind Ethiopia 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 Ethiopia?
Ethiopia imported synthetic dye worth $6.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 90th of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 68% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic dye to Ethiopia?
India was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($2.7 million), followed by China (29%) and Italy (9%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. Ireland grew fastest among the top ten, up 786% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic dye per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.32 per kg in 2024, 54% below the world average of $7.25 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of synthetic dye to Ethiopia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $13.1 million in 2017 to $6.7 million in 2024, a fall of 49%. The peak was 2023 at $20.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $15.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic dye?
The HS code for synthetic dye is heading 3204. In Ethiopia the largest six-digit codes were 3204.17 (29% of the value) and 3204.19 (24%).
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