Titanium dioxide pigments (high grade) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported titanium dioxide pigments (high grade) worth $53.2 million (20.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 18% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $75.3 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 | $53.2M | 20.9K t |
| 2023 | $45.0M | 17.1K t |
| 2022 | $71.5M | 21.9K t |
| 2021 | $75.3M | 25.9K t |
| 2020 | $37.4M | 16.9K t |
| 2019 | $54.4M | 24.7K t |
| 2018 | $59.9M | 26.9K t |
| 2017 | $48.9M | 23.2K t |
Where South Africa imports titanium dioxide pigments (high grade) from
China alone supplied 64% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+60% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $34.1M | 64% |
| Germany | $6.2M | 12% |
| Netherlands | $3.6M | 6.7% |
| United Kingdom | $3.3M | 6.3% |
| Mexico | $1.7M | 3.1% |
| United States | $1.3M | 2.4% |
| Norway | $864K | 1.6% |
| Malaysia | $791K | 1.5% |
| Czech Republic | $443K | 0.8% |
| India | $352K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.54 per kg, close to the world average of $2.79.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Titanium dioxide pigments (high grade) exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $2.6 million of titanium dioxide pigments (high grade) in 2024 (842 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Zimbabwe accounted for 69% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $1.8M | 69% |
| Mozambique | $180K | 6.9% |
| Zambia | $174K | 6.7% |
| Namibia | $160K | 6.1% |
| Botswana | $84K | 3.2% |
| Malawi | $51K | 1.9% |
| Eswatini | $50K | 1.9% |
| Kenya | $35K | 1.3% |
| DR Congo | $20K | 0.8% |
| Angola | $18K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa titanium dioxide pigments (high grade) imports (HS 3206.11): 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 3206.11: Colouring matter: pigments and preparations based on titanium dioxide, containing 80% or more by weight of titanium dioxide calculated on the dry matter.
Common questions
What is the value of titanium dioxide pigments (high grade) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported titanium dioxide pigments (high grade) worth $53.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 20.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 36th of 189 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply titanium dioxide pigments (high grade) to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 64% of the value ($34.1 million), followed by Germany (12%) and the Netherlands (7%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 72% on the year.
What is the average import price of titanium dioxide pigments (high grade) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.54 per kg in 2024, 9% below the world average of $2.79 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 (high grade) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $48.9 million in 2017 to $53.2 million in 2024, an increase of 9%. The peak was 2021 at $75.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $55.7 million a year.
Does South Africa also export titanium dioxide pigments (high grade)?
Yes. South Africa exported $2.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zimbabwe, Mozambique and Zambia. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $50.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for titanium dioxide pigments (high grade)?
The HS code for titanium dioxide pigments (high grade) is subheading 3206.11. 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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