Synthetic pigments imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of synthetic pigments by the United States reached $445.8 million in 2024 (45.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 203 countries. Value rose 14% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $588.0 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 | $445.8M | 45.7K t |
| 2023 | $392.7M | 34.4K t |
| 2022 | $588.0M | 50.5K t |
| 2021 | $503.3M | 47.0K t |
| 2020 | $432.7M | 43.5K t |
| 2019 | $444.6M | 44.8K t |
| 2018 | $498.5M | 53.1K t |
| 2017 | $481.8M | 53.2K t |
Where the United States imports synthetic pigments from
The largest suppliers were India (30%), China (24%), Germany (17%). Among the main suppliers, Switzerland grew fastest (+56% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $132.5M | 30% |
| China | $106.9M | 24% |
| Germany | $75.3M | 17% |
| South Korea | $25.9M | 5.8% |
| Canada | $24.9M | 5.6% |
| Mexico | $20.4M | 4.6% |
| Switzerland | $19.7M | 4.4% |
| Japan | $11.3M | 2.5% |
| United Kingdom | $6.1M | 1.4% |
| Indonesia | $4.6M | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.76 per kg, close to the world average of $8.58.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Synthetic pigments exports from the United States
Exports of synthetic pigments by the United States reached $278.9 million in 2024 (25.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 132 countries. Most of it went to Mexico (15%), Canada (13%), Germany (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 40%. Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest (+168% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $41.7M | 15% |
| Canada | $35.6M | 13% |
| Germany | $33.1M | 12% |
| Japan | $25.2M | 9% |
| Belgium | $23.9M | 8.6% |
| Netherlands | $18.3M | 6.5% |
| China | $15.1M | 5.4% |
| Spain | $9.6M | 3.4% |
| Brazil | $8.5M | 3.1% |
| South Korea | $5.8M | 2.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States synthetic pigments imports (HS 3204.17): 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 3204.17: Dyes: pigments and preparations based thereon.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic pigments imported by the United States?
The United States imported synthetic pigments worth $445.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 45.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 203 countries worldwide, with 9% of world imports. The value was up 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic pigments to the United States?
India was the largest supplier with 30% of the value ($132.5 million), followed by China (24%) and Germany (17%). The top three together account for 71%, out of 45 supplier countries in total. Indonesia grew fastest among the top ten, up 59% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic pigments per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.76 per kg in 2024, 14% above the world average of $8.58 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of synthetic pigments to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $481.8 million in 2017 to $445.8 million in 2024, a fall of 7%. The peak was 2022 at $588.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $473.4 million a year.
Does the United States also export synthetic pigments?
Yes. The United States exported $278.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Canada and Germany. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $166.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic pigments?
The HS code for synthetic pigments is subheading 3204.17. 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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