Reactive dyes exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United States exported reactive dyes worth $15.9 million (2.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 89% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $32.3 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 | $15.9M | 2.1K t |
| 2023 | $8.4M | 1.5K t |
| 2022 | $10.9M | 1.2K t |
| 2021 | $10.5M | 2.3K t |
| 2020 | $13.2M | 2.6K t |
| 2019 | $32.3M | 1.9K t |
| 2018 | $19.0M | 2.3K t |
| 2017 | $13.3M | 1.8K t |
Where the United States exports reactive dyes to
Dominican Republic alone took 59% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Dominican Republic grew fastest (+869% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Dominican Republic | $9.3M | 59% |
| Canada | $1.9M | 12% |
| Brazil | $689K | 4.3% |
| Indonesia | $496K | 3.1% |
| Australia | $376K | 2.4% |
| Germany | $362K | 2.3% |
| Netherlands | $315K | 2% |
| Mexico | $211K | 1.3% |
| Colombia | $199K | 1.3% |
| France | $167K | 1.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.57 per kg, 44% above the world average of $5.24. 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.
Reactive dyes imports to the United States
Imports of reactive dyes by the United States reached $12.9 million in 2024 (2.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. One supplier dominates: India accounted for 59% of the value. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+43% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $7.6M | 59% |
| South Korea | $1.7M | 13% |
| Thailand | $644K | 5% |
| Taiwan | $558K | 4.3% |
| China | $554K | 4.3% |
| Ireland | $496K | 3.8% |
| Mexico | $343K | 2.7% |
| Honduras | $223K | 1.7% |
| Japan | $213K | 1.6% |
| Saudi Arabia | $144K | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States reactive dyes exports (HS 3204.16): 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 3204.16: Dyes: reactive dyes and preparations based thereon.
Common questions
What is the value of reactive dyes exported by the United States?
The United States exported reactive dyes worth $15.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 11th of 91 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 89% on 2023.
Which countries buy reactive dyes from the United States?
The Dominican Republic was the largest buyer with 59% of the value ($9.3 million), followed by Canada (12%) and Brazil (4%). The top three together account for 75%, out of 80 buyer countries in total. The Dominican Republic grew fastest among the top ten, up 869% on the year.
What is the average export price of reactive dyes per kg?
The average declared export value was about $7.57 per kg in 2024, 44% above the world average of $5.24 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of reactive dyes from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $13.3 million in 2017 to $15.9 million in 2024, an increase of 20%. The peak was 2019 at $32.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $15.4 million a year.
Does the United States also import reactive dyes?
Yes. The United States imported $12.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from India, South Korea and Thailand. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $3.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for reactive dyes?
The HS code for reactive dyes is subheading 3204.16. 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 3204 page.
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