Mannequins trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in mannequins was worth $489.4 million in 2024, about 36.5 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 22% since 2017, and down 12% 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 | $489.4M | 36.5K t |
| 2023 | $557.1M | 37.8K t |
| 2022 | $579.3M | 38.9K t |
| 2021 | $503.1M | 35.8K t |
| 2020 | $384.3M | 31.5K t |
| 2019 | $544.1M | 44.0K t |
| 2018 | $572.3M | 45.1K t |
| 2017 | $624.4M | 49.4K t |
Top mannequins exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 58% of world exports, followed by Italy and Mexico. The top three supply 69% between them, out of 143 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $282.2M | 58% |
| Italy | $31.9M | 6.5% |
| Mexico | $21.3M | 4.4% |
| Spain | $18.9M | 3.9% |
| France | $15.6M | 3.2% |
| Lithuania | $15.1M | 3.1% |
| Turkey | $9.2M | 1.9% |
| United States | $8.8M | 1.8% |
| United Kingdom | $8.5M | 1.7% |
| Netherlands | $8.5M | 1.7% |
| Germany | $8.4M | 1.7% |
| Hong Kong | $5.9M | 1.2% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 15% of world imports, ahead of Japan and France. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 31% across 207 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $75.1M | 15% |
| Japan | $46.1M | 9.4% |
| France | $31.8M | 6.5% |
| South Korea | $19.9M | 4.1% |
| Germany | $19.7M | 4% |
| United Kingdom | $19.7M | 4% |
| Italy | $19.1M | 3.9% |
| Spain | $15.4M | 3.1% |
| Netherlands | $13.1M | 2.7% |
| Mexico | $11.0M | 2.3% |
| Ghana | $9.3M | 1.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $8.7M | 1.8% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $13.40 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, France averaged $36.75 per kg and Turkey $7.69 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 9618: Tailors' dummies and other lay figures; automata and other animated displays used for shop window dressing. HS 9618 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most mannequins?
China exported $282.2 million in 2024, 58% of the world total, followed by Italy (7%) and Mexico (4%). In all, 143 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most mannequins?
The United States imported $75.1 million in 2024, 15% of world imports, ahead of Japan (9%) and France (6%). The top three importers together take 31%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in mannequins?
It was worth $489.4 million in 2024, about 36.5 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 22% since 2017. The peak year was 2017 at $624.4 million. 143 countries reported exports and 207 reported imports.
What is the average price of mannequins per kg?
The world average declared value was about $13.40 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, France averaged $36.75 per kg and Turkey $7.69 per kg, so grade and origin matter. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so treat it as a benchmark, not a quote.
What is the HS code for mannequins?
The HS code for mannequins is heading 9618, in chapter 96 (miscellaneous manufactured articles). Customs uses this code worldwide at the six-digit level; national tariffs add more digits. The full list of codes is on the HS 9618 page.
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