Overview This page contains the latest trade data of Inorganic colouring matter nes, including preparation. In 2023, Inorganic colouring matter nes, including preparation were the world's 1050th most traded product, with a total trade of $3.28B. Between 2022 and 2023 the exports of Inorganic colouring matter nes, including preparation decreased by -14.2%, from $3.82B to $3.28B. Trade in Inorganic colouring matter nes, including preparation represent 0.014% of total world trade.
Inorganic colouring matter nes, including preparation are a part of Other Coloring Matter.
Exports In 2023 the top exporters of Inorganic colouring matter nes, including preparation were Germany ($562M), United States ($469M), China ($259M), Belgium ($221M), and United Kingdom ($142M).
Imports In 2023 the top importers of Inorganic colouring matter nes, including preparation were United States ($292M), Mexico ($212M), Germany ($205M), China ($159M), and France ($138M).
Ranking Inorganic colouring matter nes, including preparation ranks 1822nd in the Product Complexity Index (PCI).
Description Inorganic colouring matter is used for food, medicine, and cosmetics. Inorganic colourings are used to modify the colour of a product, often to make it more appealing for the consumer. Inorganic colorants are used in food to make certain foods more appealing to the eye. For example, the use of inorganic colorants in food is common for candy, cereal, and chocolate. Inorganic colourants are also used in medicine, such as to color cough syrups and vitamins to make them more attractive. Inorganic colorants are also used in cosmetics,