Hair curler trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in hair curler was worth $529.7 million in 2024, about 83.8 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 51% since 2017, and up 6% 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 | $529.7M | 83.8K t |
| 2023 | $500.7M | 57.8K t |
| 2022 | $464.4M | 54.3K t |
| 2021 | $417.8M | 48.3K t |
| 2020 | $302.1M | 41.3K t |
| 2019 | $370.0M | 45.6K t |
| 2018 | $349.0M | 37.7K t |
| 2017 | $349.8M | 34.7K t |
Top hair curler exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 76% of world exports, followed by Germany and Japan. The top three supply 82% between them, out of 158 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $404.3M | 76% |
| Germany | $14.6M | 2.8% |
| Japan | $14.0M | 2.6% |
| South Korea | $13.9M | 2.6% |
| France | $8.5M | 1.6% |
| United States | $8.5M | 1.6% |
| Italy | $7.7M | 1.5% |
| Spain | $5.4M | 1% |
| Netherlands | $4.9M | 0.9% |
| India | $4.2M | 0.8% |
| Taiwan | $3.6M | 0.7% |
| Philippines | $3.4M | 0.6% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 19% of world imports, ahead of Japan and South Korea. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 30% across 210 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $99.8M | 19% |
| Japan | $29.3M | 5.5% |
| South Korea | $28.7M | 5.4% |
| United Kingdom | $23.1M | 4.4% |
| Vietnam | $20.3M | 3.8% |
| Thailand | $19.9M | 3.8% |
| Germany | $18.9M | 3.6% |
| Netherlands | $14.2M | 2.7% |
| Canada | $12.1M | 2.3% |
| Spain | $11.7M | 2.2% |
| France | $11.0M | 2.1% |
| Australia | $9.7M | 1.8% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $6.32 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Italy averaged $56.40 per kg and the United States $0.85 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 9615.90: Hairpins, curling pins, curling grips, hair curlers and the like (not those of heading no. 8516) and parts thereof. HS 9615 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most hair curler?
China exported $404.3 million in 2024, 76% of the world total, followed by Germany (3%) and Japan (3%). In all, 158 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most hair curler?
The United States imported $99.8 million in 2024, 19% of world imports, ahead of Japan (6%) and South Korea (5%). The top three importers together take 30%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in hair curler?
It was worth $529.7 million in 2024, about 83.8 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 51% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 158 countries reported exports and 210 reported imports.
What is the average price of hair curler per kg?
The world average declared value was about $6.32 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Italy averaged $56.40 per kg and the United States $0.85 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 hair curler?
The HS code for hair curler is subheading 9615.90, in chapter 96 (miscellaneous manufactured articles). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 9615 page.
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