Pigments and preparations (other) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $49.5 million of pigments and preparations (other) in 2024 (16.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 19% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $68.8 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 | $49.5M | 16.7K t |
| 2023 | $61.2M | 36.3K t |
| 2022 | $68.8M | 57.3K t |
| 2021 | $55.0M | 41.1K t |
| 2020 | $48.3M | 34.6K t |
| 2019 | $43.1M | 33.2K t |
| 2018 | $45.8M | 28.5K t |
| 2017 | $20.8M | 7.6K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports pigments and preparations (other) from
Most of the value came from Germany (23%), Saudi Arabia (21%), China (14%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+63% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $11.2M | 23% |
| Saudi Arabia | $10.5M | 21% |
| China | $7.0M | 14% |
| Egypt | $6.6M | 13% |
| United Kingdom | $3.7M | 7.6% |
| India | $2.6M | 5.3% |
| Denmark | $1.9M | 3.8% |
| Belgium | $1.5M | 3% |
| Italy | $1.1M | 2.3% |
| Spain | $876K | 1.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.97 per kg, close to the world average of $3.70.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Pigments and preparations (other) exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $41.9 million of pigments and preparations (other) in 2024 (12.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Saudi Arabia (30%), Egypt (18%), South Africa (17%). Among the main buyer markets, Egypt grew fastest (+254% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $12.8M | 31% |
| Egypt | $7.4M | 18% |
| South Africa | $7.2M | 17% |
| India | $3.9M | 9.3% |
| Sri Lanka | $1.5M | 3.5% |
| Turkey | $1.1M | 2.6% |
| Azerbaijan | $1.1M | 2.5% |
| Tanzania | $911K | 2.2% |
| Israel | $704K | 1.7% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $567K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates pigments and preparations (other) imports (HS 3206.49): 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 3206.49: Colouring matter: other preparations n.e.c. in item no. 3206.4.
Common questions
What is the value of pigments and preparations (other) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported pigments and preparations (other) worth $49.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 16.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 20th of 203 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 19% on 2023.
Which countries supply pigments and preparations (other) to the United Arab Emirates?
Germany was the largest supplier with 23% of the value ($11.2 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (21%) and China (14%). The top three together account for 58%, out of 35 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 63% on the year.
What is the average import price of pigments and preparations (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.97 per kg in 2024, 20% below the world average of $3.70 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of pigments and preparations (other) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $20.8 million in 2017 to $49.5 million in 2024, an increase of 137%. The peak was 2022 at $68.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $49.1 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export pigments and preparations (other)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $41.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Egypt and South Africa. That compares with imports of $49.5 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for pigments and preparations (other)?
The HS code for pigments and preparations (other) is subheading 3206.49. 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.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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