Pigments and preparations (other) exports from Saudi Arabia: data, top buyers and prices
Saudi Arabia exported $50.6 million of pigments and preparations (other) in 2024 (25.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Value rose 45% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 42% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $50.6M | 25.9K t |
| 2023 | $34.8M | 7.3K t |
| 2022 | $45.5M | 24.4K t |
| 2021 | $31.0M | 22.2K t |
| 2020 | $13.7M | 10.2K t |
| 2019 | $14.1M | 6.3K t |
| 2018 | $11.9M | 8.2K t |
| 2017 | $4.4M | 1.9K t |
Where Saudi Arabia exports pigments and preparations (other) to
The largest buyer markets were Oman (40%), United Arab Emirates (21%), Algeria (9%). Among the main buyer markets, India grew fastest (+503% on the year before).
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.95 per kg, 47% below the world average of $3.70, 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.
Pigments and preparations (other) imports to Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia imported $35.8 million of pigments and preparations (other) in 2024 (10.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Most of the value came from United Arab Emirates (36%), Egypt (17%), China (10%). Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+200% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $12.8M | 36% |
| Egypt | $5.9M | 17% |
| China | $3.5M | 9.7% |
| India | $3.4M | 9.4% |
| Germany | $2.7M | 7.5% |
| United Kingdom | $2.1M | 5.8% |
| Netherlands | $1.4M | 3.8% |
| Belgium | $929K | 2.6% |
| United States | $471K | 1.3% |
| Vietnam | $459K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia pigments and preparations (other) exports (HS 3206.49): 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 3206.49: Colouring matter: other preparations n.e.c. in item no. 3206.4.
Common questions
What is the value of pigments and preparations (other) exported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia exported pigments and preparations (other) worth $50.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 25.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 16th of 140 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 45% on 2023.
Which countries buy pigments and preparations (other) from Saudi Arabia?
Oman was the largest buyer with 40% of the value ($20.2 million), followed by the United Arab Emirates (21%) and Algeria (9%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 39 buyer countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 503% on the year.
What is the average export price of pigments and preparations (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.95 per kg in 2024, 47% below the world average of $3.70 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of pigments and preparations (other) from Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $4.4 million in 2017 to $50.6 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $25.8 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also import pigments and preparations (other)?
Yes. Saudi Arabia imported $35.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the United Arab Emirates, Egypt and China. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net exporter of this product, by about $14.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for pigments and preparations (other)?
The HS code for pigments and preparations (other) is subheading 3206.49. 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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