Water-based polymer paint exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United States exported water-based polymer paint worth $331.1 million (82.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 161 countries for exports of this product. That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $331.1M | 82.7K t |
| 2023 | $325.0M | 81.5K t |
| 2022 | $332.0M | 83.7K t |
| 2021 | $275.7M | 81.5K t |
| 2020 | $243.8M | 69.5K t |
| 2019 | $297.6M | 82.2K t |
| 2018 | $303.5M | 77.4K t |
| 2017 | $279.3M | 75.1K t |
Where the United States exports water-based polymer paint to
The largest buyer markets were Mexico (46%), Canada (32%), India (2%). Among the main buyer markets, India grew fastest (+131% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $150.8M | 46% |
| Canada | $107.3M | 32% |
| India | $8.2M | 2.5% |
| South Korea | $6.8M | 2% |
| China | $4.7M | 1.4% |
| Guatemala | $3.9M | 1.2% |
| Australia | $3.8M | 1.2% |
| Brazil | $3.1M | 1% |
| Japan | $2.7M | 0.8% |
| Germany | $2.3M | 0.7% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.01 per kg, close to the world average of $3.79.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Water-based polymer paint imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported water-based polymer paint worth $267.3 million (32.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 222 countries. The largest suppliers were Canada (35%), Sweden (21%), Mexico (20%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $94.2M | 35% |
| Sweden | $57.3M | 21% |
| Mexico | $52.4M | 20% |
| Germany | $23.0M | 8.6% |
| Japan | $9.8M | 3.7% |
| Netherlands | $5.9M | 2.2% |
| Italy | $4.6M | 1.7% |
| Belgium | $4.0M | 1.5% |
| United Kingdom | $3.3M | 1.2% |
| South Korea | $2.5M | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States water-based polymer paint exports (HS 3209.90): 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 3209.90: Paints and varnishes: (based on polymers other than acrylic or vinyl), dispersed or dissolved in an aqueous medium.
Common questions
What is the value of water-based polymer paint exported by the United States?
The United States exported water-based polymer paint worth $331.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 82.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 161 countries worldwide, with 10% of world exports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries buy water-based polymer paint from the United States?
Mexico was the largest buyer with 46% of the value ($150.8 million), followed by Canada (32%) and India (2%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 147 buyer countries in total. Guatemala grew fastest among the top ten, up 318% on the year.
What is the average export price of water-based polymer paint per kg?
The average declared export value was about $4.01 per kg in 2024, 6% above the world average of $3.79 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of water-based polymer paint from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $279.3 million in 2017 to $331.1 million in 2024, an increase of 19%. The peak was 2022 at $332.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $298.5 million a year.
Does the United States also import water-based polymer paint?
Yes. The United States imported $267.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Canada, Sweden and Mexico. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $63.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for water-based polymer paint?
The HS code for water-based polymer paint is subheading 3209.90. 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 3209 page.
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