Titanium dioxide pigments (high grade) exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
The United States exported $1.03 billion of titanium dioxide pigments (high grade) in 2024 (311.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 114 countries for exports of this product. Value rose 15% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $1.62 billion.
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 | $1.03B | 311.3K t |
| 2023 | $891.1M | 252.6K t |
| 2022 | $1.21B | 335.8K t |
| 2021 | $1.33B | 423.6K t |
| 2020 | $1.03B | 360.3K t |
| 2019 | $1.14B | 389.5K t |
| 2018 | $1.44B | 488.9K t |
| 2017 | $1.62B | 653.5K t |
Where the United States exports titanium dioxide pigments (high grade) to
Most of it went to Mexico (17%), Canada (13%), Belgium (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 42%. Among the main buyer markets, South Korea grew fastest (+150% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $173.6M | 17% |
| Canada | $132.6M | 13% |
| Belgium | $126.8M | 12% |
| India | $68.4M | 6.7% |
| China | $58.1M | 5.7% |
| Japan | $33.1M | 3.2% |
| Taiwan | $31.7M | 3.1% |
| Singapore | $31.7M | 3.1% |
| South Korea | $31.5M | 3.1% |
| Argentina | $28.6M | 2.8% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.30 per kg, close to the world average of $2.79.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Titanium dioxide pigments (high grade) imports to the United States
The United States imported $608.1 million of titanium dioxide pigments (high grade) in 2024 (205.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 189 countries for imports of this product. The largest suppliers were Canada (47%), Mexico (7%), China (7%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+289% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $288.3M | 47% |
| Mexico | $45.2M | 7.4% |
| China | $43.1M | 7.1% |
| Germany | $42.4M | 7% |
| Spain | $34.9M | 5.7% |
| Australia | $24.4M | 4% |
| United Kingdom | $22.7M | 3.7% |
| Japan | $21.1M | 3.5% |
| Belgium | $19.9M | 3.3% |
| Czech Republic | $19.1M | 3.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States titanium dioxide pigments (high grade) exports (HS 3206.11): 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 3206.11: Colouring matter: pigments and preparations based on titanium dioxide, containing 80% or more by weight of titanium dioxide calculated on the dry matter.
Common questions
What is the value of titanium dioxide pigments (high grade) exported by the United States?
The United States exported titanium dioxide pigments (high grade) worth $1.03 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 311.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 114 countries worldwide, with 10% of world exports. The value was up 15% on 2023.
Which countries buy titanium dioxide pigments (high grade) from the United States?
Mexico was the largest buyer with 17% of the value ($173.6 million), followed by Canada (13%) and Belgium (12%). The top three together account for 42%, out of 99 buyer countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 150% on the year.
What is the average export price of titanium dioxide pigments (high grade) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $3.30 per kg in 2024, 18% above the world average of $2.79 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of titanium dioxide pigments (high grade) from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1.62 billion in 2017 to $1.03 billion in 2024, a fall of 37%. The peak was 2017 at $1.62 billion. Over 8 years the average was $1.21 billion a year.
Does the United States also import titanium dioxide pigments (high grade)?
Yes. The United States imported $608.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Canada, Mexico and China. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $419.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for titanium dioxide pigments (high grade)?
The HS code for titanium dioxide pigments (high grade) is subheading 3206.11. 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 3206 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United States. Tell us your product to see it live.
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