Paint pigment exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United States exported paint pigment worth $179.4 million (11.5 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 143 countries. That is 5% less 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 | $179.4M | 11.5K t |
| 2023 | $188.7M | 13.2K t |
| 2022 | $202.9M | 14.7K t |
| 2021 | $178.3M | 15.2K t |
| 2020 | $150.7M | 14.0K t |
| 2019 | $178.1M | 15.8K t |
| 2018 | $169.7M | 13.7K t |
| 2017 | $155.4M | 12.4K t |
Where the United States exports paint pigment to
Most of it went to Mexico (26%), Canada (17%), Germany (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Australia grew fastest (+49% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $46.6M | 26% |
| Canada | $30.6M | 17% |
| Germany | $25.5M | 14% |
| China | $12.7M | 7.1% |
| Netherlands | $5.9M | 3.3% |
| South Korea | $5.2M | 2.9% |
| United Kingdom | $4.8M | 2.7% |
| Japan | $4.6M | 2.6% |
| Brazil | $3.6M | 2% |
| Australia | $3.5M | 1.9% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $15.62 per kg, 74% above the world average of $8.99. 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.
Paint pigment imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported paint pigment worth $157.4 million (14.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 209 countries for imports of this product. The largest suppliers were Canada (20%), Germany (18%), India (14%). Among the main suppliers, Ireland grew fastest (+42% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $31.2M | 20% |
| Germany | $28.5M | 18% |
| India | $21.3M | 14% |
| Ireland | $11.9M | 7.6% |
| Japan | $10.0M | 6.4% |
| China | $9.9M | 6.3% |
| France | $8.4M | 5.3% |
| Sweden | $7.1M | 4.5% |
| Mexico | $4.7M | 3% |
| Austria | $4.6M | 3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States paint pigment exports (HS 3212.90): 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 3212.90: Pigments: of a kind used in the manufacture of paints, other than stamping foils.
Common questions
What is the value of paint pigment exported by the United States?
The United States exported paint pigment worth $179.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 11.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 143 countries worldwide, with 12% of world exports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries buy paint pigment from the United States?
Mexico was the largest buyer with 26% of the value ($46.6 million), followed by Canada (17%) and Germany (14%). The top three together account for 57%, out of 132 buyer countries in total. Australia grew fastest among the top ten, up 49% on the year.
What is the average export price of paint pigment per kg?
The average declared export value was about $15.62 per kg in 2024, 74% above the world average of $8.99 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of paint pigment from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $155.4 million in 2017 to $179.4 million in 2024, an increase of 15%. The peak was 2022 at $202.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $175.4 million a year.
Does the United States also import paint pigment?
Yes. The United States imported $157.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Canada, Germany and India. That compares with exports of $179.4 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for paint pigment?
The HS code for paint pigment is subheading 3212.90. 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 3212 page.
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