Titanium dioxide pigments (high grade) exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
The United Kingdom exported $500.4 million of titanium dioxide pigments (high grade) in 2024 (147.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 7th of 114 countries for exports of this product. That is 19% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $500.4M | 147.7K t |
| 2023 | $421.4M | 126.8K t |
| 2022 | $502.2M | 151.8K t |
| 2021 | $561.5M | 180.6K t |
| 2020 | $581.6M | 228.5K t |
| 2019 | $563.5M | 212.3K t |
| 2018 | $583.7M | 207.0K t |
| 2017 | $558.4M | 223.3K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports titanium dioxide pigments (high grade) to
Most of it went to Belgium (20%), France (12%), Germany (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 42%. Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+289% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $100.4M | 20% |
| France | $60.4M | 12% |
| Germany | $51.2M | 10% |
| Netherlands | $48.6M | 9.7% |
| Turkey | $27.6M | 5.5% |
| Spain | $23.6M | 4.7% |
| United States | $22.7M | 4.5% |
| China | $21.3M | 4.3% |
| Poland | $19.3M | 3.9% |
| Ireland | $10.6M | 2.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.39 per kg, 22% above the world average of $2.79. 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.
Titanium dioxide pigments (high grade) imports to the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom imported $124.2 million of titanium dioxide pigments (high grade) in 2024 (40.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The largest suppliers were United States (22%), China (22%), Germany (19%). Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+36% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $27.7M | 22% |
| China | $27.4M | 22% |
| Germany | $23.7M | 19% |
| Netherlands | $8.1M | 6.5% |
| Belgium | $7.9M | 6.4% |
| Spain | $6.2M | 5% |
| Mexico | $5.9M | 4.8% |
| Czech Republic | $5.8M | 4.7% |
| Norway | $3.4M | 2.8% |
| Saudi Arabia | $2.5M | 2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom titanium dioxide pigments (high grade) exports (HS 3206.11): 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 3206.11: Colouring matter: pigments and preparations based on titanium dioxide, containing 80% or more by weight of titanium dioxide calculated on the dry matter.
Common questions
What is the value of titanium dioxide pigments (high grade) exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported titanium dioxide pigments (high grade) worth $500.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 147.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 114 countries worldwide, with 5% of world exports. The value was up 19% on 2023.
Which countries buy titanium dioxide pigments (high grade) from the United Kingdom?
Belgium was the largest buyer with 20% of the value ($100.4 million), followed by France (12%) and Germany (10%). The top three together account for 42%, out of 90 buyer countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 289% on the year.
What is the average export price of titanium dioxide pigments (high grade) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $3.39 per kg in 2024, 22% above the world average of $2.79 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of titanium dioxide pigments (high grade) from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $558.4 million in 2017 to $500.4 million in 2024, a fall of 10%. The peak was 2018 at $583.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $534.1 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import titanium dioxide pigments (high grade)?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $124.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the United States, China and Germany. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $376.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for titanium dioxide pigments (high grade)?
The HS code for titanium dioxide pigments (high grade) is subheading 3206.11. 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.
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