Ultramarine pigments imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported ultramarine pigments worth $4.4 million (867 tonnes). It ranks 10th of 155 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 25% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $4.4M | 867 t |
| 2023 | $3.5M | 625 t |
| 2022 | $5.2M | 832 t |
| 2021 | $3.2M | 570 t |
| 2020 | $2.9M | 860 t |
| 2019 | $4.0M | 1.2K t |
| 2018 | $4.9M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $4.6M | 1.1K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports ultramarine pigments from
Spain alone supplied 60% of it. Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+95% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $2.6M | 61% |
| India | $642K | 15% |
| France | $474K | 11% |
| Italy | $163K | 3.7% |
| Germany | $135K | 3.1% |
| United States | $99K | 2.3% |
| Ireland | $71K | 1.6% |
| Netherlands | $44K | 1% |
| Sweden | $43K | 1% |
| Poland | $24K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.04 per kg, 49% above the world average of $3.38. 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.
Ultramarine pigments exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $1.7 million of ultramarine pigments in 2024 (231 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Belgium (39%), France (26%), Germany (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Turkey grew fastest (+609% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $645K | 39% |
| France | $428K | 26% |
| Germany | $180K | 11% |
| Saudi Arabia | $111K | 6.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $47K | 2.8% |
| Ireland | $41K | 2.4% |
| Italy | $40K | 2.4% |
| Turkey | $34K | 2% |
| United States | $29K | 1.7% |
| Netherlands | $19K | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom ultramarine pigments imports (HS 3206.41): 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 3206.41: Colouring matter: ultramarine and preparations based thereon.
Common questions
What is the value of ultramarine pigments imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported ultramarine pigments worth $4.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 867 tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 155 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 25% on 2023.
Which countries supply ultramarine pigments to the United Kingdom?
Spain was the largest supplier with 60% of the value ($2.6 million), followed by India (15%) and France (11%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 95% on the year.
What is the average import price of ultramarine pigments per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.04 per kg in 2024, 49% above the world average of $3.38 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of ultramarine pigments to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.6 million in 2017 to $4.4 million in 2024, a fall of 4%. The peak was 2022 at $5.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.1 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export ultramarine pigments?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $1.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Belgium, France and Germany. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $2.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for ultramarine pigments?
The HS code for ultramarine pigments is subheading 3206.41. 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.
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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