Ink imports in Jordan: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Jordan imported ink worth $12.5 million (1.7 thousand tonnes). That is 14% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $12.5M | 1.7K t |
| 2023 | $10.9M | 893 t |
| 2022 | $11.7M | 1.2K t |
| 2021 | $10.6M | 764 t |
| 2020 | $8.9M | 704 t |
| 2019 | $9.3M | 1.3K t |
| 2018 | $8.7M | 1.2K t |
| 2017 | $10.0M | 1.4K t |
Where Jordan imports ink from
The largest suppliers were Italy (17%), United Kingdom (13%), Germany (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 41%. Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+98% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $2.1M | 17% |
| United Kingdom | $1.6M | 13% |
| Germany | $1.5M | 12% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.1M | 8.5% |
| Turkey | $966K | 7.8% |
| Sweden | $920K | 7.4% |
| China | $719K | 5.8% |
| India | $642K | 5.2% |
| Lebanon | $501K | 4% |
| France | $420K | 3.4% |
Product types under HS 3215
| 3215.19 | Ink: for printing, other than black, whether or not concentrated or solid | 69% |
| 3215.90 | Ink: writing, drawing and other inks, n.e.c. in heading no. 3215, whether or not concentrated or solid | 21% |
| 3215.11 | Ink: for printing, black, whether or not concentrated or solid | 10% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3215.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.17 per kg, 45% below the world average of $13.13, 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.
Ink exports from Jordan
In 2024, Jordan exported ink worth $1.9 million (652 tonnes). Saudi Arabia alone took 51% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+143% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $995K | 51% |
| Qatar | $395K | 20% |
| Morocco | $265K | 14% |
| Kuwait | $205K | 11% |
| South Africa | $29K | 1.5% |
| Lebanon | $22K | 1.2% |
| Belgium | $17K | 0.9% |
| Egypt | $4K | 0.2% |
| Spain | $3K | 0.1% |
| Bahrain | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Jordan?
Public statistics stop at country totals and the last published year. EximDataX shows the shipment records underneath: the companies, dates, quantities and declared values, updated weekly.
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Updated weekly on EximDataX (some markets daily), while public statistics stop at 2024.
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 3215: Ink; printing, writing or drawing ink and other inks; whether or not concentrated or solid.
Common questions
What is the value of ink imported by Jordan?
Jordan imported ink worth $12.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 83rd of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply ink to Jordan?
Italy was the largest supplier with 17% of the value ($2.1 million), followed by the United Kingdom (13%) and Germany (12%). The top three together account for 41%, out of 32 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 98% on the year.
What is the average import price of ink per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.17 per kg in 2024, 45% below the world average of $13.13 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have imports of ink to Jordan changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.0 million in 2017 to $12.5 million in 2024, an increase of 25%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Jordan also export ink?
Yes. Jordan exported $1.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Morocco. On balance Jordan is a net importer of this product, by about $10.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for ink?
The HS code for ink is heading 3215. In Jordan the largest six-digit codes were 3215.19 (69% of the value) and 3215.90 (21%). 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 3215 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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