Titanium dioxide pigments (high grade) imports in Ethiopia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Ethiopia imported titanium dioxide pigments (high grade) worth $4.2 million (1.9 thousand tonnes). That is 48% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $9.2 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 | $4.2M | 1.9K t |
| 2023 | $8.1M | 3.1K t |
| 2022 | $7.4M | 2.2K t |
| 2021 | $9.2M | 3.2K t |
| 2020 | $5.4M | 2.4K t |
| 2019 | $8.4M | 3.4K t |
| 2018 | $6.7M | 3.2K t |
| 2017 | $5.6M | 2.5K t |
Where Ethiopia imports titanium dioxide pigments (high grade) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 81% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+102% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.4M | 81% |
| Saudi Arabia | $662K | 16% |
| Turkey | $101K | 2.4% |
| Kenya | $22K | 0.5% |
| India | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.22 per kg, 20% below the world average of $2.79, 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 Ethiopia?
The shipment records behind Ethiopia titanium dioxide pigments (high grade) imports (HS 3206.11): 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 3206.11: Colouring matter: pigments and preparations based on titanium dioxide, containing 80% or more by weight of titanium dioxide calculated on the dry matter.
Common questions
What is the value of titanium dioxide pigments (high grade) imported by Ethiopia?
Ethiopia imported titanium dioxide pigments (high grade) worth $4.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 94th of 189 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 48% on 2023.
Which countries supply titanium dioxide pigments (high grade) to Ethiopia?
China was the largest supplier with 81% of the value ($3.4 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (16%) and Turkey (2%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 5 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 195% on the year.
What is the average import price of titanium dioxide pigments (high grade) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.22 per kg in 2024, 20% below the world average of $2.79 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of titanium dioxide pigments (high grade) to Ethiopia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.6 million in 2017 to $4.2 million in 2024, a fall of 26%. The peak was 2021 at $9.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for titanium dioxide pigments (high grade)?
The HS code for titanium dioxide pigments (high grade) is subheading 3206.11. 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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