Specialty pigment exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of specialty pigment by the United Kingdom reached $35.8 million in 2024 (2.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 9th of 104 countries for exports of this product. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $45.4 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 | $35.8M | 2.3K t |
| 2023 | $34.9M | 2.3K t |
| 2022 | $33.2M | 2.5K t |
| 2021 | $34.2M | 2.7K t |
| 2020 | $31.6M | 2.1K t |
| 2019 | $45.4M | 3.5K t |
| 2018 | $44.3M | 3.5K t |
| 2017 | $40.5M | 3.4K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports specialty pigment to
The largest buyer markets were Italy (18%), Poland (12%), France (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 41%. Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+604% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $6.5M | 18% |
| Poland | $4.3M | 12% |
| France | $3.9M | 11% |
| Romania | $1.8M | 5% |
| Ukraine | $1.7M | 4.7% |
| China | $1.5M | 4.1% |
| Colombia | $1.3M | 3.7% |
| Netherlands | $1.2M | 3.2% |
| Ireland | $1.1M | 3.2% |
| United States | $1.1M | 3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $15.78 per kg, close to the world average of $14.05.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Specialty pigment imports to the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom imported $24.7 million of specialty pigment in 2024 (2.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 3%. Most of the value came from Germany (27%), China (20%), United States (12%). Among the main suppliers, Austria grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $6.7M | 27% |
| China | $4.9M | 20% |
| United States | $3.1M | 13% |
| Malaysia | $3.1M | 12% |
| South Korea | $2.2M | 9% |
| Italy | $1.8M | 7.4% |
| Austria | $1.3M | 5.1% |
| Taiwan | $546K | 2.2% |
| Poland | $448K | 1.8% |
| Mexico | $194K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom specialty pigment exports (HS 3212.10): 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 3212.10: Pigments: of a kind used in the manufacture of paints, stamping foils.
Common questions
What is the value of specialty pigment exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported specialty pigment worth $35.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 104 countries worldwide, with 4% of world exports. The value was up 3% on 2023.
Which countries buy specialty pigment from the United Kingdom?
Italy was the largest buyer with 18% of the value ($6.5 million), followed by Poland (12%) and France (11%). The top three together account for 41%, out of 89 buyer countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 604% on the year.
What is the average export price of specialty pigment per kg?
The average declared export value was about $15.78 per kg in 2024, 12% above the world average of $14.05 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of specialty pigment from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $40.5 million in 2017 to $35.8 million in 2024, a fall of 12%. The peak was 2019 at $45.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $37.5 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import specialty pigment?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $24.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, China and the United States. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $11.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for specialty pigment?
The HS code for specialty pigment is subheading 3212.10. 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 3212 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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