Ceramic lustres imports in Qatar: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Qatar imported ceramic lustres worth $2.3 million (706 tonnes). Value fell 20% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 52% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $2.9 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 | $2.3M | 707 t |
| 2023 | $2.9M | 0 t |
| 2022 | $698K | 231 t |
| 2021 | $245K | 115 t |
| 2020 | $49K | 19 t |
| 2019 | $240K | 105 t |
| 2018 | $2.7M | 1.6K t |
| 2017 | $125K | 63 t |
Where Qatar imports ceramic lustres from
One supplier dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 94% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+53% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $2.2M | 94% |
| Oman | $111K | 4.8% |
| Turkey | $36K | 1.5% |
| Thailand | $1K | 0.1% |
| Belgium | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.28 per kg, 89% below the world average of $30.62, 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 Qatar?
The shipment records behind Qatar ceramic lustres imports (HS 3207.30): 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 3207.30: Lustres: liquid lustres and similar preparations.
Common questions
What is the value of ceramic lustres imported by Qatar?
Qatar imported ceramic lustres worth $2.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 706 tonnes. That ranks it 37th of 159 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 20% on 2023.
Which countries supply ceramic lustres to Qatar?
Saudi Arabia was the largest supplier with 94% of the value ($2.2 million), followed by Oman (5%) and Turkey (2%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 5 supplier countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 53% on the year.
What is the average import price of ceramic lustres per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.28 per kg in 2024, 89% below the world average of $30.62 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of ceramic lustres to Qatar changed since 2017?
Imports went from $125 thousand in 2017 to $2.3 million in 2024. The peak was 2023 at $2.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for ceramic lustres?
The HS code for ceramic lustres is subheading 3207.30. 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 3207 page.
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