Chromium compound pigments imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of chromium compound pigments by Saudi Arabia reached $4.7 million in 2024 (1.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 9th of 153 countries for imports of this product. That is 44% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% a year on average.
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 | $4.7M | 1.4K t |
| 2023 | $3.3M | 594 t |
| 2022 | $2.9M | 932 t |
| 2021 | $3.5M | 1.0K t |
| 2020 | $4.3M | 1.6K t |
| 2019 | $3.0M | 844 t |
| 2018 | $1.6M | 470 t |
| 2017 | $1.4M | 399 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports chromium compound pigments from
One supplier dominates: India accounted for 62% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+63% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $2.9M | 63% |
| China | $1.6M | 34% |
| United States | $164K | 3.5% |
| Denmark | $18K | 0.4% |
| South Korea | $4K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $2K | 0.1% |
| France | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.45 per kg, close to the world average of $3.90.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia chromium compound pigments imports (HS 3206.20): 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 3206.20: Colouring matter: pigments and preparations based on chromium compounds.
Common questions
What is the value of chromium compound pigments imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported chromium compound pigments worth $4.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 153 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 44% on 2023.
Which countries supply chromium compound pigments to Saudi Arabia?
India was the largest supplier with 62% of the value ($2.9 million), followed by China (33%) and the United States (3%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 7 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 63% on the year.
What is the average import price of chromium compound pigments per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.45 per kg in 2024, 12% below the world average of $3.90 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of chromium compound pigments to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.4 million in 2017 to $4.7 million in 2024, an increase of 246%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.1 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export chromium compound pigments?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $3.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Iraq and Egypt. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $1.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for chromium compound pigments?
The HS code for chromium compound pigments is subheading 3206.20. 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.
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