Artist paint set imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported artist paint set worth $22.6 million (5.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 201 countries. Value rose 18% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% a year on average.
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 | $22.6M | 5.3K t |
| 2023 | $19.1M | 2.9K t |
| 2022 | $20.8M | 2.8K t |
| 2021 | $26.0M | 4.7K t |
| 2020 | $25.7M | 6.0K t |
| 2019 | $17.1M | 2.9K t |
| 2018 | $16.0M | 2.6K t |
| 2017 | $12.9M | 2.1K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports artist paint set from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 66% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $14.8M | 66% |
| Spain | $1.8M | 8% |
| France | $1.6M | 7% |
| United States | $1.3M | 5.8% |
| Denmark | $517K | 2.3% |
| Germany | $486K | 2.2% |
| Norway | $324K | 1.4% |
| Netherlands | $259K | 1.2% |
| Poland | $204K | 0.9% |
| Dominican Republic | $187K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.22 per kg, 24% below the world average of $5.54, 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 set exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of artist paint set by the United Kingdom reached $9.7 million in 2024 (875 tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 124 countries. The largest buyer markets were United Arab Emirates (27%), France (21%), United States (19%). Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+56% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $2.6M | 27% |
| France | $2.1M | 22% |
| United States | $1.8M | 19% |
| Ireland | $435K | 4.5% |
| Australia | $256K | 2.7% |
| Spain | $214K | 2.2% |
| China | $208K | 2.2% |
| Germany | $186K | 1.9% |
| Netherlands | $162K | 1.7% |
| Canada | $145K | 1.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom artist paint set imports (HS 3213.10): 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 3213.10: Colours: in sets, of a kind used by artists, students or signboard painters.
Common questions
What is the value of artist paint set imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported artist paint set worth $22.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 201 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was up 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply artist paint set to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 66% of the value ($14.8 million), followed by Spain (8%) and France (7%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 47 supplier countries in total. Norway grew fastest among the top ten, up 922% on the year.
What is the average import price of artist paint set per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.22 per kg in 2024, 24% below the world average of $5.54 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 set to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.9 million in 2017 to $22.6 million in 2024, an increase of 75%. The peak was 2021 at $26.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $20.0 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export artist paint set?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $9.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, France and the United States. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $12.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for artist paint set?
The HS code for artist paint set is subheading 3213.10. 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?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United Kingdom. Tell us your product to see it live.
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