Artist paint imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $5.0 million of artist paint in 2024 (1.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 5% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $6.4 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 | $5.0M | 1.4K t |
| 2023 | $5.2M | 1.4K t |
| 2022 | $5.4M | 1.5K t |
| 2021 | $6.4M | 2.0K t |
| 2020 | $4.8M | 1.5K t |
| 2019 | $4.6M | 1.5K t |
| 2018 | $4.7M | 1.7K t |
| 2017 | $6.4M | 1.9K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports artist paint from
India alone supplied 58% of it. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+87% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $2.9M | 58% |
| China | $904K | 18% |
| France | $336K | 6.7% |
| United Kingdom | $312K | 6.3% |
| United States | $177K | 3.5% |
| Netherlands | $104K | 2.1% |
| South Korea | $54K | 1.1% |
| Spain | $54K | 1.1% |
| Germany | $50K | 1% |
| Italy | $42K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.58 per kg, 40% below the world average of $6.01, 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.
Artist paint exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported artist paint worth $1.3 million (352 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: India accounted for 58% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Ireland grew fastest (+161% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $729K | 58% |
| United Kingdom | $213K | 17% |
| Saudi Arabia | $208K | 16% |
| Ireland | $40K | 3.2% |
| Kenya | $26K | 2.1% |
| Seychelles | $13K | 1% |
| Hungary | $6K | 0.5% |
| Bahrain | $6K | 0.5% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $3K | 0.3% |
| Bulgaria | $3K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates artist paint imports (HS 3213.90): 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 3213.90: Colours: (other than in sets), of a kind used by artists, students or signboard painters.
Common questions
What is the value of artist paint imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported artist paint worth $5.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 23rd of 209 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply artist paint to the United Arab Emirates?
India was the largest supplier with 58% of the value ($2.9 million), followed by China (18%) and France (7%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 87% on the year.
What is the average import price of artist paint per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.58 per kg in 2024, 40% below the world average of $6.01 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of artist paint to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.4 million in 2017 to $5.0 million in 2024, a fall of 22%. The peak was 2021 at $6.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.3 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export artist paint?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $1.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to India, the United Kingdom and Saudi Arabia. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $3.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for artist paint?
The HS code for artist paint is subheading 3213.90. 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 3213 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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