Titanium dioxide pigments (standard) imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported titanium dioxide pigments (standard) worth $10.7 million (4.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 17% 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 | $10.7M | 4.8K t |
| 2023 | $9.1M | 2.0K t |
| 2022 | $11.7M | 9.4K t |
| 2021 | $9.3M | 7.7K t |
| 2020 | $6.0M | 1.6K t |
| 2019 | $6.6M | 1.9K t |
| 2018 | $7.2M | 2.4K t |
| 2017 | $3.2M | 507 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports titanium dioxide pigments (standard) from
Most of the value came from India (33%), China (20%), United Kingdom (16%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+97% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $3.5M | 33% |
| China | $2.2M | 21% |
| United Kingdom | $1.7M | 16% |
| Germany | $883K | 8.3% |
| Vietnam | $628K | 5.9% |
| Luxembourg | $446K | 4.2% |
| Spain | $395K | 3.7% |
| Belgium | $296K | 2.8% |
| Hungary | $151K | 1.4% |
| Netherlands | $134K | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.21 per kg, 41% below the world average of $3.75, 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.
Titanium dioxide pigments (standard) exports from Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia exported $10.6 million of titanium dioxide pigments (standard) in 2024 (4.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. One buyer market dominates: Tunisia accounted for 63% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Morocco grew fastest (+290% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia titanium dioxide pigments (standard) imports (HS 3206.19): 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 3206.19: Colouring matter: pigments and preparations based on titanium dioxide, containing less than 80% by weight of titanium dioxide calculated on the dry weight.
Common questions
What is the value of titanium dioxide pigments (standard) imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported titanium dioxide pigments (standard) worth $10.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 37th of 189 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply titanium dioxide pigments (standard) to Saudi Arabia?
India was the largest supplier with 33% of the value ($3.5 million), followed by China (20%) and the United Kingdom (16%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 97% on the year.
What is the average import price of titanium dioxide pigments (standard) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.21 per kg in 2024, 41% below the world average of $3.75 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of titanium dioxide pigments (standard) to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.2 million in 2017 to $10.7 million in 2024, an increase of 238%. The peak was 2022 at $11.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.0 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export titanium dioxide pigments (standard)?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $10.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Tunisia, Turkey and Morocco. That compares with imports of $10.7 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for titanium dioxide pigments (standard)?
The HS code for titanium dioxide pigments (standard) is subheading 3206.19. 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?
For Saudi Arabia, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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