Overview This page contains the latest trade data of Pastels, drawing charcoals, chalks. In 2022, Pastels, drawing charcoals, chalks were the world's 2962nd most traded product, with a total trade of $484M. Between 2021 and 2022 the exports of Pastels, drawing charcoals, chalks grew by 16.3%, from $416M to $484M. Trade in Pastels, drawing charcoals, chalks represent 0.002% of total world trade.
Pastels, drawing charcoals, chalks are a part of Pencils and Crayons.
Exports In 2022 the top exporters of Pastels, drawing charcoals, chalks were China ($274M), United States ($19.9M), Germany ($19M), Indonesia ($18.9M), and France ($18.9M).
Imports In 2022 the top importers of Pastels, drawing charcoals, chalks were United States ($123M), Germany ($23.7M), France ($15.4M), United Kingdom ($14.1M), and Canada ($13.4M).
Ranking Pastels, drawing charcoals, chalks ranks 3036th in the Product Complexity Index (PCI).
Description Pastels are typically made from pigment, clay, and chalk. They create a softer effect than charcoals, and are typically used in portraits, landscapes, and still life. Drawing charcoals are made from wood charcoal and chalk, and are traditionally used with charcoal pencils. Chalks are made from calcium carbonate, and can be used in landscapes, portraits, and still life.