Plastic sanitary ware trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in plastic sanitary ware was worth $5.37 billion in 2024, about 846.7 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 31% since 2017, and up 3% 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 | $5.37B | 846.7K t |
| 2023 | $5.22B | 814.4K t |
| 2022 | $5.51B | 876.7K t |
| 2021 | $5.85B | 931.8K t |
| 2020 | $4.59B | 811.9K t |
| 2019 | $4.43B | 786.9K t |
| 2018 | $4.46B | 758.9K t |
| 2017 | $4.09B | 738.6K t |
Top plastic sanitary ware exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 30% of world exports, followed by Germany and Poland. The top three supply 52% between them, out of 179 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.64B | 31% |
| Germany | $896.9M | 17% |
| Poland | $282.0M | 5.3% |
| Spain | $248.4M | 4.6% |
| Italy | $238.9M | 4.5% |
| Turkey | $161.8M | 3% |
| Netherlands | $126.6M | 2.4% |
| Canada | $124.1M | 2.3% |
| United States | $123.1M | 2.3% |
| Czech Republic | $120.8M | 2.3% |
| Bulgaria | $106.4M | 2% |
| Egypt | $95.8M | 1.8% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 12% of world imports, ahead of Germany and France. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 28% across 225 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $641.0M | 12% |
| Germany | $483.5M | 9% |
| France | $402.4M | 7.5% |
| United Kingdom | $263.0M | 4.9% |
| Italy | $252.4M | 4.7% |
| Netherlands | $184.0M | 3.4% |
| Poland | $160.2M | 3% |
| Belgium | $153.8M | 2.9% |
| Canada | $137.2M | 2.6% |
| Switzerland | $113.2M | 2.1% |
| Australia | $113.1M | 2.1% |
| Spain | $112.8M | 2.1% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $6.34 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the Netherlands averaged $12.18 per kg and Spain $4.73 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 3922: Sanitary ware; baths, shower-baths, sinks, wash-basins, bidets, lavatory pans, seats and covers, flushing cisterns and sanitary ware, of plastics. HS 3922 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most plastic sanitary ware?
China exported $1.64 billion in 2024, 30% of the world total, followed by Germany (17%) and Poland (5%). In all, 179 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most plastic sanitary ware?
The United States imported $641.0 million in 2024, 12% of world imports, ahead of Germany (9%) and France (7%). The top three importers together take 28%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in plastic sanitary ware?
It was worth $5.37 billion in 2024, about 846.7 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 31% since 2017. The peak year was 2021 at $5.85 billion. 179 countries reported exports and 225 reported imports.
What is the average price of plastic sanitary ware per kg?
The world average declared value was about $6.34 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the Netherlands averaged $12.18 per kg and Spain $4.73 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 plastic sanitary ware?
The HS code for plastic sanitary ware is heading 3922, in chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). Customs uses this code worldwide at the six-digit level; national tariffs add more digits. The full list of codes is on the HS 3922 page.
How can I find plastic sanitary ware buyers and suppliers?
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