Toothbrush trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in toothbrush was worth $3.26 billion in 2024, about 179.0 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 40% since 2017, and up 4% 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 | $3.26B | 179.0K t |
| 2023 | $3.12B | 165.4K t |
| 2022 | $3.25B | 184.9K t |
| 2021 | $2.88B | 148.8K t |
| 2020 | $2.63B | 158.3K t |
| 2019 | $2.58B | 126.3K t |
| 2018 | $2.52B | 116.9K t |
| 2017 | $2.33B | 117.8K t |
Top toothbrush exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 30% of world exports, followed by Germany and Switzerland. The top three supply 55% between them, out of 157 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $979.8M | 30% |
| Germany | $555.2M | 17% |
| Switzerland | $246.6M | 7.6% |
| Vietnam | $144.1M | 4.4% |
| Netherlands | $139.0M | 4.3% |
| Poland | $138.0M | 4.2% |
| India | $114.7M | 3.5% |
| United States | $109.9M | 3.4% |
| Hungary | $98.6M | 3% |
| Ireland | $92.0M | 2.8% |
| Sweden | $86.9M | 2.7% |
| Austria | $62.0M | 1.9% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
Germany is the biggest buyer with 14% of world imports, ahead of the United States and the Netherlands. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 28% across 218 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $450.3M | 14% |
| United States | $315.2M | 9.7% |
| Netherlands | $131.9M | 4% |
| United Kingdom | $128.2M | 3.9% |
| France | $117.7M | 3.6% |
| Japan | $113.4M | 3.5% |
| Poland | $112.0M | 3.4% |
| Hungary | $111.6M | 3.4% |
| Canada | $79.4M | 2.4% |
| South Korea | $72.1M | 2.2% |
| Belgium | $69.0M | 2.1% |
| Australia | $63.9M | 2% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $18.22 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Poland averaged $100.26 per kg and China $10.70 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 Toothbrush (HS 9603.21) 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 9603.21: Brushes: toothbrushes. HS 9603 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most toothbrush?
China exported $979.8 million in 2024, 30% of the world total, followed by Germany (17%) and Switzerland (8%). In all, 157 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most toothbrush?
Germany imported $450.3 million in 2024, 14% of world imports, ahead of the United States (10%) and the Netherlands (4%). 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 toothbrush?
It was worth $3.26 billion in 2024, about 179.0 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 40% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 157 countries reported exports and 218 reported imports.
What is the average price of toothbrush per kg?
The world average declared value was about $18.22 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Poland averaged $100.26 per kg and China $10.70 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 toothbrush?
The HS code for toothbrush is subheading 9603.21, 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 9603 page.
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