Prepared pigments and colors imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported prepared pigments and colors worth $6.4 million (592 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 32% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $15.6 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 | $6.4M | 592 t |
| 2023 | $9.3M | 845 t |
| 2022 | $9.5M | 1.2K t |
| 2021 | $11.3M | 3.8K t |
| 2020 | $7.9M | 3.4K t |
| 2019 | $10.5M | 6.2K t |
| 2018 | $15.6M | 6.7K t |
| 2017 | $13.5M | 6.2K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports prepared pigments and colors from
The largest suppliers were United States (34%), France (16%), Italy (14%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $2.1M | 34% |
| France | $1.0M | 16% |
| Italy | $887K | 14% |
| Spain | $793K | 13% |
| Germany | $736K | 12% |
| Netherlands | $255K | 4% |
| Indonesia | $112K | 1.8% |
| Japan | $105K | 1.6% |
| China | $88K | 1.4% |
| Poland | $72K | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.75 per kg, 110% above the world average of $5.12. 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.
Prepared pigments and colors exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $4.1 million of prepared pigments and colors in 2024 (370 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Kenya (25%), Nigeria (15%), Ireland (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 48%. Among the main buyer markets, Kenya grew fastest (+265% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya | $1.0M | 25% |
| Nigeria | $627K | 16% |
| Ireland | $299K | 7.4% |
| China | $226K | 5.6% |
| France | $159K | 3.9% |
| United States | $132K | 3.3% |
| Germany | $125K | 3.1% |
| Sri Lanka | $117K | 2.9% |
| Poland | $96K | 2.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $92K | 2.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom prepared pigments and colors imports (HS 3207.10): 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 3207.10: Pigments: prepared pigments, opacifiers, colours and similar preparations.
Common questions
What is the value of prepared pigments and colors imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported prepared pigments and colors worth $6.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 592 tonnes. That ranks it 35th of 183 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 32% on 2023.
Which countries supply prepared pigments and colors to the United Kingdom?
The United States was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($2.1 million), followed by France (16%) and Italy (14%). The top three together account for 64%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. Poland grew fastest among the top ten, up 29% on the year.
What is the average import price of prepared pigments and colors per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.75 per kg in 2024, 110% above the world average of $5.12 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of prepared pigments and colors to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $13.5 million in 2017 to $6.4 million in 2024, a fall of 53%. The peak was 2018 at $15.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $10.5 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export prepared pigments and colors?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $4.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kenya, Nigeria and Ireland. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $2.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for prepared pigments and colors?
The HS code for prepared pigments and colors is subheading 3207.10. 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 3207 page.
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