Pastel chalk imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported pastel chalk worth $93.3 million (18.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 215 countries. That is 11% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $128.6 million.
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 | $93.3M | 18.1K t |
| 2023 | $83.9M | 18.4K t |
| 2022 | $128.6M | 28.5K t |
| 2021 | $117.4M | 21.3K t |
| 2020 | $89.3M | 17.0K t |
| 2019 | $83.0M | 18.4K t |
| 2018 | $91.3M | 21.6K t |
| 2017 | $95.7M | 20.6K t |
Where the United States imports pastel chalk from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 65% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Indonesia grew fastest (+57% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $60.5M | 65% |
| Mexico | $8.5M | 9.1% |
| Indonesia | $4.8M | 5.2% |
| Vietnam | $4.1M | 4.4% |
| South Korea | $2.9M | 3.1% |
| Thailand | $2.8M | 3% |
| Singapore | $1.7M | 1.8% |
| Germany | $1.4M | 1.6% |
| France | $1.2M | 1.3% |
| Switzerland | $956K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.17 per kg, 38% above the world average of $3.76. 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.
Pastel chalk exports from the United States
Exports of pastel chalk by the United States reached $22.6 million in 2024 (3.9 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 139 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to Canada (27%), Philippines (20%), China (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Vietnam grew fastest (+126% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $6.1M | 27% |
| Philippines | $4.5M | 20% |
| China | $1.5M | 6.7% |
| Vietnam | $1.3M | 5.6% |
| United Kingdom | $1.1M | 5% |
| Singapore | $1.0M | 4.5% |
| France | $935K | 4.1% |
| Mexico | $884K | 3.9% |
| Netherlands | $523K | 2.3% |
| Australia | $473K | 2.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States pastel chalk imports (HS 9609.90): 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 9609.90: Pastels, drawing charcoals, writing or drawing chalks, tailors' chalk.
Common questions
What is the value of pastel chalk imported by the United States?
The United States imported pastel chalk worth $93.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 18.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 215 countries worldwide, with 22% of world imports. The value was up 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply pastel chalk to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 65% of the value ($60.5 million), followed by Mexico (9%) and Indonesia (5%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 56 supplier countries in total. Indonesia grew fastest among the top ten, up 57% on the year.
What is the average import price of pastel chalk per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.17 per kg in 2024, 38% above the world average of $3.76 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of pastel chalk to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $95.7 million in 2017 to $93.3 million in 2024, a fall of 2%. The peak was 2022 at $128.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $97.8 million a year.
Does the United States also export pastel chalk?
Yes. The United States exported $22.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, the Philippines and China. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $70.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for pastel chalk?
The HS code for pastel chalk is subheading 9609.90. It sits in HS chapter 96 (miscellaneous manufactured articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9609 page.
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