Wattle tanning extract imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of wattle tanning extract by the United States reached $3.7 million in 2024 (2.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 6th of 123 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 12% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $3.7M | 2.1K t |
| 2023 | $3.3M | 2.0K t |
| 2022 | $3.0M | 2.3K t |
| 2021 | $3.1M | 2.0K t |
| 2020 | $1.8M | 1.4K t |
| 2019 | $1.9M | 1.6K t |
| 2018 | $2.5M | 2.0K t |
| 2017 | $2.4M | 1.8K t |
Where the United States imports wattle tanning extract from
South Africa alone supplied 84% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $3.1M | 84% |
| Brazil | $300K | 8.2% |
| Argentina | $154K | 4.2% |
| Italy | $52K | 1.4% |
| Spain | $47K | 1.3% |
| India | $23K | 0.6% |
| China | $7K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.78 per kg, close to the world average of $1.83.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Wattle tanning extract exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported wattle tanning extract worth $1.4 million (739 tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 57 countries. The largest buyer markets were Canada (41%), Republic of the Congo (16%), Ghana (15%). Among the main buyer markets, United Kingdom grew fastest (+741% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $559K | 41% |
| Republic of the Congo | $224K | 16% |
| Ghana | $207K | 15% |
| Gabon | $161K | 12% |
| United Kingdom | $138K | 10% |
| Argentina | $23K | 1.7% |
| Indonesia | $13K | 1% |
| Ecuador | $10K | 0.7% |
| Bahamas | $9K | 0.7% |
| Taiwan | $8K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States wattle tanning extract imports (HS 3201.20): 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 3201.20: Tanning extracts of vegetable origin: wattle extract.
Common questions
What is the value of wattle tanning extract imported by the United States?
The United States imported wattle tanning extract worth $3.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 123 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply wattle tanning extract to the United States?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 84% of the value ($3.1 million), followed by Brazil (8%) and Argentina (4%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 7 supplier countries in total. Argentina grew fastest among the top ten, up 211% on the year.
What is the average import price of wattle tanning extract per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.78 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $1.83 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of wattle tanning extract to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.4 million in 2017 to $3.7 million in 2024, an increase of 56%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.7 million a year.
Does the United States also export wattle tanning extract?
Yes. The United States exported $1.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, the Republic of the Congo and Ghana. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $2.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for wattle tanning extract?
The HS code for wattle tanning extract is subheading 3201.20. 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 3201 page.
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