Writing and drawing ink imports in Jordan: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of writing and drawing ink by Jordan reached $2.6 million in 2024 (281 tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $3.8 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 | $2.6M | 281 t |
| 2023 | $2.6M | 90 t |
| 2022 | $3.7M | 499 t |
| 2021 | $3.8M | 115 t |
| 2020 | $1.9M | 39 t |
| 2019 | $2.6M | 297 t |
| 2018 | $2.5M | 303 t |
| 2017 | $2.9M | 383 t |
Where Jordan imports writing and drawing ink from
Most of the value came from Germany (28%), Saudi Arabia (21%), China (15%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+548% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $734K | 29% |
| Saudi Arabia | $540K | 21% |
| China | $384K | 15% |
| United Kingdom | $264K | 10% |
| Netherlands | $170K | 6.6% |
| Italy | $170K | 6.6% |
| France | $106K | 4.1% |
| Austria | $90K | 3.5% |
| India | $22K | 0.9% |
| Japan | $20K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.16 per kg, 74% below the world average of $34.72, 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.
Writing and drawing ink exports from Jordan
In 2024, Jordan exported writing and drawing ink worth $798 thousand (293 tonnes). Most of it went to Saudi Arabia (48%), Qatar (47%), South Africa (4%). Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $382K | 48% |
| Qatar | $375K | 47% |
| South Africa | $29K | 3.6% |
| Kuwait | $9K | 1.1% |
| Spain | $3K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Jordan?
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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 3215.90: Ink: writing, drawing and other inks, n.e.c. in heading no. 3215, whether or not concentrated or solid.
Common questions
What is the value of writing and drawing ink imported by Jordan?
Jordan imported writing and drawing ink worth $2.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 281 tonnes. That ranks it 85th of 220 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply writing and drawing ink to Jordan?
Germany was the largest supplier with 28% of the value ($734 thousand), followed by Saudi Arabia (21%) and China (15%). The top three together account for 64%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 548% on the year.
What is the average import price of writing and drawing ink per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.16 per kg in 2024, 74% below the world average of $34.72 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of writing and drawing ink to Jordan changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.9 million in 2017 to $2.6 million in 2024, a fall of 11%. The peak was 2021 at $3.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.8 million a year.
Does Jordan also export writing and drawing ink?
Yes. Jordan exported $798 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Qatar and South Africa. On balance Jordan is a net importer of this product, by about $1.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for writing and drawing ink?
The HS code for writing and drawing ink is subheading 3215.90. 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.
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