Key Market Indicators
In 2023, Brunei's pigment exports stood at 66 kilograms, marking a significant decline from the 86 kilograms recorded in 2022. This represents a 23% decrease year over year. Over the past decade, since 2013, the country's pigment supply has consistently fallen, registering an average annual decrease of 17%. On the import front, Brunei's pigment imports plummeted to 1,800 kilograms in 2018, a sharp drop from the 4,250 kilograms imported in 2017. This decline amounts to approximately 58% compared to the previous year. Since 1997, the demand for pigments in Brunei has seen a steady reduction, averaging a 7.8% decrease annually.