Acid dyes and mordant dyes exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of acid dyes and mordant dyes by the United Kingdom reached $13.4 million in 2024 (348 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. Value rose 109% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 5% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $19.5 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $13.4M | 348 t |
| 2023 | $6.4M | 382 t |
| 2022 | $8.8M | 470 t |
| 2021 | $9.7M | 611 t |
| 2020 | $12.4M | 828 t |
| 2019 | $12.7M | 1.0K t |
| 2018 | $11.4M | 1.3K t |
| 2017 | $19.5M | 1.1K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports acid dyes and mordant dyes to
The largest buyer markets were Spain (46%), Germany (12%), Belgium (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Spain grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $6.2M | 46% |
| Germany | $1.6M | 12% |
| Belgium | $1.0M | 7.6% |
| France | $653K | 4.9% |
| Poland | $577K | 4.3% |
| Netherlands | $468K | 3.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $298K | 2.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $259K | 1.9% |
| Ireland | $204K | 1.5% |
| United States | $170K | 1.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $38.64 per kg, 401% above the world average of $7.72. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Acid dyes and mordant dyes imports to the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom imported $12.3 million of acid dyes and mordant dyes in 2024 (923 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Most of the value came from India (27%), China (16%), Italy (12%). Among the main suppliers, Japan grew fastest (+110% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $3.3M | 27% |
| China | $1.9M | 16% |
| Italy | $1.5M | 12% |
| United States | $1.4M | 11% |
| Mexico | $704K | 5.7% |
| Canada | $491K | 4% |
| Netherlands | $414K | 3.4% |
| Japan | $403K | 3.3% |
| Germany | $402K | 3.3% |
| Spain | $320K | 2.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom acid dyes and mordant dyes exports (HS 3204.12): 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 3204.12: Dyes: acid, whether or not premetallised and preparations based thereon, mordant dyes and preparations based thereon.
Common questions
What is the value of acid dyes and mordant dyes exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported acid dyes and mordant dyes worth $13.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 348 tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 107 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was up 109% on 2023.
Which countries buy acid dyes and mordant dyes from the United Kingdom?
Spain was the largest buyer with 46% of the value ($6.2 million), followed by Germany (12%) and Belgium (8%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 88 buyer countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 126% on the year.
What is the average export price of acid dyes and mordant dyes per kg?
The average declared export value was about $38.64 per kg in 2024, 401% above the world average of $7.72 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of acid dyes and mordant dyes from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $19.5 million in 2017 to $13.4 million in 2024, a fall of 31%. The peak was 2017 at $19.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $11.8 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import acid dyes and mordant dyes?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $12.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from India, China and Italy. That compares with exports of $13.4 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for acid dyes and mordant dyes?
The HS code for acid dyes and mordant dyes is subheading 3204.12. 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 3204 page.
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