Inorganic tanning substances imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of inorganic tanning substances by the United States reached $8.0 million in 2024 (2.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 167 countries. Value rose 4% 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 | $8.0M | 2.3K t |
| 2023 | $7.7M | 2.8K t |
| 2022 | $6.9M | 2.7K t |
| 2021 | $5.7M | 2.3K t |
| 2020 | $5.7M | 2.5K t |
| 2019 | $6.4M | 3.9K t |
| 2018 | $6.0M | 5.0K t |
| 2017 | $9.0M | 7.4K t |
Where the United States imports inorganic tanning substances from
Most of the value came from France (33%), Mexico (29%), Netherlands (6%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $2.6M | 33% |
| Mexico | $2.3M | 29% |
| Netherlands | $500K | 6.3% |
| Spain | $478K | 6% |
| United Kingdom | $466K | 5.8% |
| Brazil | $323K | 4% |
| Hong Kong | $270K | 3.4% |
| Italy | $239K | 3% |
| Dominican Republic | $176K | 2.2% |
| India | $134K | 1.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.41 per kg, 132% above the world average of $1.47. 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.
Inorganic tanning substances exports from the United States
Exports of inorganic tanning substances by the United States reached $4.9 million in 2024 (1.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 10th of 91 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were Dominican Republic (32%), Indonesia (17%), China (11%). Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+478% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Dominican Republic | $1.6M | 32% |
| Indonesia | $832K | 17% |
| China | $550K | 11% |
| Canada | $384K | 7.8% |
| Vietnam | $276K | 5.6% |
| Thailand | $251K | 5.1% |
| Hong Kong | $250K | 5.1% |
| Brazil | $130K | 2.6% |
| France | $90K | 1.8% |
| Mexico | $72K | 1.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States inorganic tanning substances imports (HS 3202.90): 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 3202.90: Tanning substances: inorganic tanning substances: tanning preparations, whether or not containing natural tanning substances: enzymatic preparations for pre- tanning.
Common questions
What is the value of inorganic tanning substances imported by the United States?
The United States imported inorganic tanning substances worth $8.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 167 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply inorganic tanning substances to the United States?
France was the largest supplier with 33% of the value ($2.6 million), followed by Mexico (29%) and the Netherlands (6%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 460% on the year.
What is the average import price of inorganic tanning substances per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.41 per kg in 2024, 132% above the world average of $1.47 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of inorganic tanning substances to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.0 million in 2017 to $8.0 million in 2024, a fall of 11%. The peak was 2017 at $9.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.9 million a year.
Does the United States also export inorganic tanning substances?
Yes. The United States exported $4.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Dominican Republic, Indonesia and China. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $3.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for inorganic tanning substances?
The HS code for inorganic tanning substances is subheading 3202.90. 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 3202 page.
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