Prepared pigments and colors imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
Zambia imported $2.1 million of prepared pigments and colors in 2024 (312 tonnes). That is 106% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 66% a year on average.
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 | $2.1M | 312 t |
| 2023 | $997K | 231 t |
| 2022 | $354K | 225 t |
| 2021 | $610K | 1.2K t |
| 2020 | $60K | 12 t |
| 2019 | $96K | 32 t |
| 2018 | $118K | 86 t |
| 2017 | $60K | 9 t |
Where Zambia imports prepared pigments and colors from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 61% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+150% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.3M | 61% |
| South Africa | $390K | 19% |
| Spain | $199K | 9.7% |
| Tanzania | $181K | 8.8% |
| Kenya | $25K | 1.2% |
| Turkey | $1K | 0.1% |
| India | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.59 per kg, 29% above the world average of $5.12. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia prepared pigments and colors imports (HS 3207.10): 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 3207.10: Pigments: prepared pigments, opacifiers, colours and similar preparations.
Common questions
What is the value of prepared pigments and colors imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported prepared pigments and colors worth $2.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 312 tonnes. That ranks it 60th of 183 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 106% on 2023.
Which countries supply prepared pigments and colors to Zambia?
China was the largest supplier with 61% of the value ($1.3 million), followed by South Africa (19%) and Spain (10%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 7 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 150% on the year.
What is the average import price of prepared pigments and colors per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.59 per kg in 2024, 29% above the world average of $5.12 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of prepared pigments and colors to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $60 thousand in 2017 to $2.1 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $544 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for prepared pigments and colors?
The HS code for prepared pigments and colors is subheading 3207.10. 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 3207 page.
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