Titanium dioxide pigments (standard) exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of titanium dioxide pigments (standard) by the United States reached $101.2 million in 2024 (16.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 119 countries for exports of this product. That is 5% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2017, at $127.3 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 | $101.2M | 16.3K t |
| 2023 | $106.5M | 14.6K t |
| 2022 | $117.3M | 14.8K t |
| 2021 | $95.6M | 16.1K t |
| 2020 | $89.5M | 16.2K t |
| 2019 | $100.0M | 16.1K t |
| 2018 | $110.3M | 19.9K t |
| 2017 | $127.3M | 26.9K t |
Where the United States exports titanium dioxide pigments (standard) to
Most of it went to Mexico (34%), Canada (25%), Brazil (5%). Among the main buyer markets, India grew fastest (+203% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $34.1M | 34% |
| Canada | $25.2M | 25% |
| Brazil | $4.8M | 4.7% |
| India | $4.2M | 4.2% |
| Germany | $4.1M | 4% |
| Colombia | $2.4M | 2.4% |
| Belgium | $2.2M | 2.1% |
| South Korea | $1.7M | 1.7% |
| United Kingdom | $1.7M | 1.6% |
| Japan | $1.5M | 1.5% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.19 per kg, 65% above the world average of $3.75. 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.
Titanium dioxide pigments (standard) imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported titanium dioxide pigments (standard) worth $80.5 million (19.9 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 189 countries for imports of this product. Canada alone supplied 61% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $48.8M | 61% |
| Germany | $9.5M | 12% |
| India | $3.7M | 4.7% |
| Mexico | $2.8M | 3.4% |
| Japan | $2.4M | 3% |
| Netherlands | $1.9M | 2.3% |
| Italy | $1.8M | 2.3% |
| Israel | $1.4M | 1.8% |
| France | $1.4M | 1.8% |
| South Korea | $1.1M | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States titanium dioxide pigments (standard) exports (HS 3206.19): 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 3206.19: Colouring matter: pigments and preparations based on titanium dioxide, containing less than 80% by weight of titanium dioxide calculated on the dry weight.
Common questions
What is the value of titanium dioxide pigments (standard) exported by the United States?
The United States exported titanium dioxide pigments (standard) worth $101.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 16.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 119 countries worldwide, with 6% of world exports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries buy titanium dioxide pigments (standard) from the United States?
Mexico was the largest buyer with 34% of the value ($34.1 million), followed by Canada (25%) and Brazil (5%). The top three together account for 63%, out of 103 buyer countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 203% on the year.
What is the average export price of titanium dioxide pigments (standard) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $6.19 per kg in 2024, 65% above the world average of $3.75 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of titanium dioxide pigments (standard) from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $127.3 million in 2017 to $101.2 million in 2024, a fall of 20%. The peak was 2017 at $127.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $106.0 million a year.
Does the United States also import titanium dioxide pigments (standard)?
Yes. The United States imported $80.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Canada, Germany and India. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $20.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for titanium dioxide pigments (standard)?
The HS code for titanium dioxide pigments (standard) is subheading 3206.19. 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?
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