Prepared pigments and colors exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of prepared pigments and colors by the United States reached $65.2 million in 2024 (4.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 114 countries for exports of this product. That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $85.1 million.
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 | $65.2M | 4.7K t |
| 2023 | $64.6M | 4.8K t |
| 2022 | $74.2M | 5.5K t |
| 2021 | $70.3M | 11.1K t |
| 2020 | $81.2M | 5.0K t |
| 2019 | $64.8M | 5.7K t |
| 2018 | $85.1M | 6.6K t |
| 2017 | $72.6M | 6.4K t |
Where the United States exports prepared pigments and colors to
The largest buyer markets were Canada (24%), Netherlands (10%), China (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 43%. Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+290% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $15.5M | 24% |
| Netherlands | $6.5M | 9.9% |
| China | $5.8M | 8.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $5.4M | 8.3% |
| South Korea | $4.5M | 6.9% |
| Mexico | $4.2M | 6.4% |
| Australia | $3.5M | 5.4% |
| India | $2.2M | 3.3% |
| United Kingdom | $2.1M | 3.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.6M | 2.5% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.91 per kg, 172% above the world average of $5.12. 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.
Prepared pigments and colors imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported prepared pigments and colors worth $40.7 million (5.8 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 183 countries. The largest suppliers were Netherlands (30%), Spain (21%), Indonesia (14%). Among the main suppliers, Japan grew fastest (+75% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $12.2M | 30% |
| Spain | $8.6M | 21% |
| Indonesia | $5.6M | 14% |
| China | $3.8M | 9.2% |
| Italy | $3.5M | 8.6% |
| Germany | $1.7M | 4.2% |
| Japan | $1.4M | 3.4% |
| Mexico | $1.3M | 3.2% |
| Canada | $448K | 1.1% |
| Vietnam | $408K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States prepared pigments and colors exports (HS 3207.10): 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 3207.10: Pigments: prepared pigments, opacifiers, colours and similar preparations.
Common questions
What is the value of prepared pigments and colors exported by the United States?
The United States exported prepared pigments and colors worth $65.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 114 countries worldwide, with 7% of world exports. The value was up 1% on 2023.
Which countries buy prepared pigments and colors from the United States?
Canada was the largest buyer with 24% of the value ($15.5 million), followed by the Netherlands (10%) and China (9%). The top three together account for 43%, out of 94 buyer countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 290% on the year.
What is the average export price of prepared pigments and colors per kg?
The average declared export value was about $13.91 per kg in 2024, 172% above the world average of $5.12 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of prepared pigments and colors from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $72.6 million in 2017 to $65.2 million in 2024, a fall of 10%. The peak was 2018 at $85.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $72.2 million a year.
Does the United States also import prepared pigments and colors?
Yes. The United States imported $40.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the Netherlands, Spain and Indonesia. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $24.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for prepared pigments and colors?
The HS code for prepared pigments and colors is subheading 3207.10. 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 3207 page.
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