Chromium compound pigments imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $4.0 million of chromium compound pigments in 2024 (1.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value fell 24% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $5.9 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 | $4.0M | 1.3K t |
| 2023 | $5.3M | 1.5K t |
| 2022 | $5.7M | 1.3K t |
| 2021 | $5.2M | 1.3K t |
| 2020 | $4.2M | 1.3K t |
| 2019 | $4.9M | 1.7K t |
| 2018 | $5.9M | 1.8K t |
| 2017 | $5.2M | 1.5K t |
Where South Africa imports chromium compound pigments from
India alone supplied 69% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $2.8M | 69% |
| China | $852K | 21% |
| Colombia | $207K | 5.1% |
| United Kingdom | $67K | 1.7% |
| France | $55K | 1.4% |
| Taiwan | $53K | 1.3% |
| United States | $9K | 0.2% |
| Germany | $6K | 0.2% |
| Spain | $6K | 0.2% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.99 per kg, 23% below the world average of $3.90, 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.
Chromium compound pigments exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $1.1 million of chromium compound pigments in 2024 (1.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Thailand (25%), Namibia (19%), United Kingdom (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Thailand grew fastest (+198% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $277K | 26% |
| Namibia | $205K | 19% |
| United Kingdom | $158K | 15% |
| Zimbabwe | $152K | 14% |
| Zambia | $55K | 5% |
| Mauritius | $54K | 5% |
| Botswana | $48K | 4.4% |
| Eswatini | $47K | 4.3% |
| Malawi | $34K | 3.1% |
| Mozambique | $32K | 2.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa 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 South Africa?
South Africa imported chromium compound pigments worth $4.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 153 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 24% on 2023.
Which countries supply chromium compound pigments to South Africa?
India was the largest supplier with 69% of the value ($2.8 million), followed by China (21%) and Colombia (5%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 776% on the year.
What is the average import price of chromium compound pigments per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.99 per kg in 2024, 23% below the world average of $3.90 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of chromium compound pigments to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.2 million in 2017 to $4.0 million in 2024, a fall of 23%. The peak was 2018 at $5.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.1 million a year.
Does South Africa also export chromium compound pigments?
Yes. South Africa exported $1.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Thailand, Namibia and the United Kingdom. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $2.9 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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