Plastic zipper trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in plastic zipper was worth $1.57 billion in 2024, about 139.7 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 27% 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 | $1.57B | 139.7K t |
| 2023 | $1.44B | 130.3K t |
| 2022 | $1.65B | 154.8K t |
| 2021 | $1.58B | 137.2K t |
| 2020 | $1.23B | 107.2K t |
| 2019 | $1.41B | 132.4K t |
| 2018 | $1.36B | 119.6K t |
| 2017 | $1.24B | 120.5K t |
Top plastic zipper exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 56% of world exports, followed by Taiwan and Hong Kong. The top three supply 72% between them, out of 133 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $878.2M | 56% |
| Taiwan | $149.1M | 9.5% |
| Hong Kong | $98.1M | 6.2% |
| Japan | $71.2M | 4.5% |
| Italy | $44.6M | 2.8% |
| Vietnam | $43.4M | 2.8% |
| United States | $32.9M | 2.1% |
| South Korea | $29.8M | 1.9% |
| Germany | $29.2M | 1.9% |
| Turkey | $26.7M | 1.7% |
| United Kingdom | $12.8M | 0.8% |
| Belgium | $10.0M | 0.6% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
Vietnam is the biggest buyer with 20% of world imports, ahead of Bangladesh and Cambodia. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 35% across 193 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Vietnam | $313.8M | 20% |
| Bangladesh | $121.3M | 7.7% |
| Cambodia | $117.2M | 7.5% |
| Indonesia | $88.2M | 5.6% |
| Hong Kong | $80.9M | 5.1% |
| Myanmar | $75.7M | 4.8% |
| China | $46.9M | 3% |
| Mexico | $34.3M | 2.2% |
| Italy | $30.4M | 1.9% |
| Russia | $28.9M | 1.8% |
| Morocco | $26.2M | 1.7% |
| India | $23.7M | 1.5% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $11.26 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Italy averaged $57.91 per kg and China $7.84 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 9607.19: Slide fasteners: other than those fitted with chain scoops of base metal. HS 9607 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most plastic zipper?
China exported $878.2 million in 2024, 56% of the world total, followed by Taiwan (9%) and Hong Kong (6%). In all, 133 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most plastic zipper?
Vietnam imported $313.8 million in 2024, 20% of world imports, ahead of Bangladesh (8%) and Cambodia (7%). The top three importers together take 35%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in plastic zipper?
It was worth $1.57 billion in 2024, about 139.7 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 27% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $1.65 billion. 133 countries reported exports and 193 reported imports.
What is the average price of plastic zipper per kg?
The world average declared value was about $11.26 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Italy averaged $57.91 per kg and China $7.84 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 plastic zipper?
The HS code for plastic zipper is subheading 9607.19, 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 9607 page.
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