Colored printing ink imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $61.0 million of colored printing ink in 2024 (9.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $61.0M | 9.9K t |
| 2023 | $61.4M | 9.1K t |
| 2022 | $68.0M | 10.8K t |
| 2021 | $60.3M | 9.7K t |
| 2020 | $45.7M | 8.3K t |
| 2019 | $52.2M | 9.3K t |
| 2018 | $57.5M | 9.3K t |
| 2017 | $58.9M | 7.5K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports colored printing ink from
The largest suppliers were India (33%), China (9%), Saudi Arabia (5%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 47%. Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+49% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $20.1M | 33% |
| China | $5.6M | 9.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $3.3M | 5.4% |
| Germany | $3.3M | 5.3% |
| South Korea | $3.2M | 5.2% |
| United Kingdom | $2.9M | 4.7% |
| Belgium | $2.3M | 3.8% |
| Italy | $2.3M | 3.8% |
| Switzerland | $1.8M | 2.9% |
| Turkey | $1.6M | 2.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.15 per kg, 26% below the world average of $8.29, 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.
Colored printing ink exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of colored printing ink by the United Arab Emirates reached $8.5 million in 2024 (1.7 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Saudi Arabia (36%), Seychelles (18%), Kuwait (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Kazakhstan grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $3.0M | 36% |
| Seychelles | $1.5M | 18% |
| Kuwait | $956K | 11% |
| Kenya | $418K | 4.9% |
| Tanzania | $354K | 4.2% |
| Pakistan | $277K | 3.3% |
| Qatar | $251K | 3% |
| Kazakhstan | $216K | 2.5% |
| Sri Lanka | $158K | 1.9% |
| Nigeria | $158K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates colored printing ink imports (HS 3215.19): 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 3215.19: Ink: for printing, other than black, whether or not concentrated or solid.
Common questions
What is the value of colored printing ink imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported colored printing ink worth $61.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 26th of 218 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply colored printing ink to the United Arab Emirates?
India was the largest supplier with 33% of the value ($20.1 million), followed by China (9%) and Saudi Arabia (5%). The top three together account for 47%, out of 48 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 49% on the year.
What is the average import price of colored printing ink per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.15 per kg in 2024, 26% below the world average of $8.29 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of colored printing ink to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $58.9 million in 2017 to $61.0 million in 2024, an increase of 4%. The peak was 2022 at $68.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $58.1 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export colored printing ink?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $8.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, the Seychelles and Kuwait. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $52.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for colored printing ink?
The HS code for colored printing ink is subheading 3215.19. 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 3215 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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