Chromium compound pigments imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Turkey imported chromium compound pigments worth $11.5 million (2.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 153 countries. Value fell 23% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $14.9 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 | $11.5M | 2.7K t |
| 2023 | $14.9M | 3.4K t |
| 2022 | $12.7M | 2.8K t |
| 2021 | $11.0M | 2.7K t |
| 2020 | $11.0M | 2.9K t |
| 2019 | $8.9M | 2.1K t |
| 2018 | $8.6M | 2.0K t |
| 2017 | $10.5M | 2.6K t |
Where Turkey imports chromium compound pigments from
India alone supplied 69% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $7.9M | 69% |
| China | $1.3M | 11% |
| Mexico | $780K | 6.8% |
| Indonesia | $359K | 3.1% |
| Spain | $333K | 2.9% |
| Colombia | $311K | 2.7% |
| Canada | $123K | 1.1% |
| France | $113K | 1% |
| South Korea | $78K | 0.7% |
| Netherlands | $54K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.24 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.
Chromium compound pigments exports from Turkey
In 2024, Turkey exported chromium compound pigments worth $823 thousand (130 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Russia (41%), Austria (11%), Belarus (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Syria grew fastest (+85% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Russia | $334K | 41% |
| Austria | $93K | 11% |
| Belarus | $69K | 8.4% |
| Azerbaijan | $60K | 7.3% |
| Iran | $50K | 6.1% |
| Kazakhstan | $42K | 5.2% |
| Libya | $42K | 5.1% |
| El Salvador | $35K | 4.3% |
| Syria | $25K | 3.1% |
| Indonesia | $25K | 3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey 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 Turkey?
Turkey imported chromium compound pigments worth $11.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 153 countries worldwide, with 7% of world imports. The value was down 23% on 2023.
Which countries supply chromium compound pigments to Turkey?
India was the largest supplier with 69% of the value ($7.9 million), followed by China (11%) and Mexico (7%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 379% on the year.
What is the average import price of chromium compound pigments per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.24 per kg in 2024, 9% above 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 Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.5 million in 2017 to $11.5 million in 2024, an increase of 9%. The peak was 2023 at $14.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $11.1 million a year.
Does Turkey also export chromium compound pigments?
Yes. Turkey exported $823 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Russia, Austria and Belarus. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $10.7 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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