Tennis ball trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in tennis ball was worth $323.1 million in 2024, about 33.3 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 23% since 2017, and down 11% 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 | $323.1M | 33.3K t |
| 2023 | $362.0M | 35.9K t |
| 2022 | $365.0M | 37.3K t |
| 2021 | $317.7M | 33.8K t |
| 2020 | $247.6M | 27.8K t |
| 2019 | $274.2M | 30.0K t |
| 2018 | $265.3M | 29.2K t |
| 2017 | $262.2M | 29.4K t |
Top tennis ball exporting countries
Thailand is the largest exporter with 38% of world exports, followed by China and the Philippines. The top three supply 77% between them, out of 107 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $123.3M | 38% |
| China | $93.2M | 29% |
| Philippines | $31.4M | 9.7% |
| Germany | $15.9M | 4.9% |
| France | $14.7M | 4.6% |
| Netherlands | $8.0M | 2.5% |
| Austria | $5.8M | 1.8% |
| Taiwan | $5.8M | 1.8% |
| Spain | $5.0M | 1.6% |
| Japan | $3.3M | 1% |
| Sweden | $3.1M | 1% |
| Indonesia | $2.1M | 0.7% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 19% of world imports, ahead of France and Germany. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 39% across 192 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $62.4M | 19% |
| France | $33.9M | 11% |
| Germany | $28.2M | 8.7% |
| Netherlands | $19.4M | 6% |
| Japan | $15.5M | 4.8% |
| Spain | $14.5M | 4.5% |
| United Kingdom | $13.0M | 4% |
| Austria | $11.8M | 3.7% |
| Italy | $9.1M | 2.8% |
| Australia | $8.0M | 2.5% |
| South Korea | $5.2M | 1.6% |
| China | $5.2M | 1.6% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $9.71 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $16.03 per kg and China $8.91 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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The shipment records behind Tennis ball (HS 9506.61) importers and exporters, worldwide: companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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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 9506.61: Lawn-tennis balls. HS 9506 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most tennis ball?
Thailand exported $123.3 million in 2024, 38% of the world total, followed by China (29%) and the Philippines (10%). In all, 107 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most tennis ball?
The United States imported $62.4 million in 2024, 19% of world imports, ahead of France (10%) and Germany (9%). The top three importers together take 39%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in tennis ball?
It was worth $323.1 million in 2024, about 33.3 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 23% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $365.0 million. 107 countries reported exports and 192 reported imports.
What is the average price of tennis ball per kg?
The world average declared value was about $9.71 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $16.03 per kg and China $8.91 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 tennis ball?
The HS code for tennis ball is subheading 9506.61, in chapter 95 (toys, games and sports requisites; parts and accessories thereof). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 9506 page.
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