Bamboo chopsticks trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in bamboo chopsticks was worth $314.9 million in 2024, about 189.3 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 89% since 2017, and up 9% on 2023.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
World trade by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $314.9M | 189.3K t |
| 2023 | $290.2M | 167.9K t |
| 2022 | $340.8M | 162.9K t |
| 2021 | $282.7M | 140.9K t |
| 2020 | $194.6M | 119.2K t |
| 2019 | $217.4M | 129.1K t |
| 2018 | $202.7M | 110.5K t |
| 2017 | $166.5M | 102.9K t |
Top bamboo chopsticks exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 96% of world exports, followed by Vietnam and Japan. The top three supply 97% between them, out of 99 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $301.3M | 96% |
| Vietnam | $3.2M | 1% |
| Japan | $1.8M | 0.6% |
| Netherlands | $1.3M | 0.4% |
| Germany | $1.0M | 0.3% |
| United States | $905K | 0.3% |
| Taiwan | $470K | 0.2% |
| Ireland | $449K | 0.1% |
| Spain | $411K | 0.1% |
| Thailand | $389K | 0.1% |
| Greece | $356K | 0.1% |
| Philippines | $290K | 0.1% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
Japan is the biggest buyer with 34% of world imports, ahead of Thailand and Vietnam. Demand is concentrated: the top three take 58% across 186 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $106.6M | 34% |
| Thailand | $50.9M | 16% |
| Vietnam | $26.3M | 8.4% |
| United States | $24.5M | 7.8% |
| Taiwan | $16.6M | 5.3% |
| South Korea | $12.9M | 4.1% |
| Singapore | $4.8M | 1.5% |
| Indonesia | $4.4M | 1.4% |
| Philippines | $4.2M | 1.3% |
| Hong Kong | $3.5M | 1.1% |
| Russia | $3.5M | 1.1% |
| Germany | $3.3M | 1.1% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $1.66 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Ireland averaged $15.59 per kg and Vietnam $1.48 per kg, so grade and origin matter.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments worldwide. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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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 4419.12: Tableware and kitchenware, of wood: of bamboo, chopsticks. HS 4419 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most bamboo chopsticks?
China exported $301.3 million in 2024, 96% of the world total, followed by Vietnam (1%) and Japan (1%). In all, 99 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most bamboo chopsticks?
Japan imported $106.6 million in 2024, 34% of world imports, ahead of Thailand (16%) and Vietnam (8%). The top three importers together take 58%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in bamboo chopsticks?
It was worth $314.9 million in 2024, about 189.3 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 89% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $340.8 million. 99 countries reported exports and 186 reported imports.
What is the average price of bamboo chopsticks per kg?
The world average declared value was about $1.66 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Ireland averaged $15.59 per kg and Vietnam $1.48 per kg, so grade and origin matter. The average mixes every grade and size, so use it as a market reference rather than an offer.
What is the HS code for bamboo chopsticks?
The HS code for bamboo chopsticks is subheading 4419.12, in chapter 44 (wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 4419 page.
How can I find bamboo chopsticks buyers and suppliers?
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