Walking sticks trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in walking sticks was worth $260.6 million in 2024, about 17.0 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 32% since 2017, and down 2% 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 | $260.6M | 17.0K t |
| 2023 | $264.8M | 15.5K t |
| 2022 | $302.6M | 17.1K t |
| 2021 | $281.5M | 15.3K t |
| 2020 | $205.6M | 12.2K t |
| 2019 | $232.8M | 14.3K t |
| 2018 | $213.6M | 13.2K t |
| 2017 | $197.2M | 13.8K t |
Top walking sticks exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 59% of world exports, followed by Taiwan and the Czech Republic. The top three supply 81% between them, out of 127 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $154.3M | 59% |
| Taiwan | $40.9M | 16% |
| Czech Republic | $14.6M | 5.6% |
| Germany | $9.7M | 3.7% |
| France | $5.0M | 1.9% |
| Austria | $3.9M | 1.5% |
| Spain | $3.9M | 1.5% |
| Poland | $3.8M | 1.5% |
| Netherlands | $3.3M | 1.3% |
| Italy | $3.1M | 1.2% |
| United Kingdom | $2.7M | 1.1% |
| Canada | $2.5M | 1% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 19% of world imports, ahead of Germany and Japan. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 37% across 201 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $50.6M | 19% |
| Germany | $26.1M | 10% |
| Japan | $19.4M | 7.4% |
| France | $15.5M | 6% |
| United Kingdom | $11.8M | 4.6% |
| South Korea | $10.4M | 4% |
| Spain | $9.2M | 3.5% |
| Czech Republic | $7.0M | 2.7% |
| Netherlands | $6.9M | 2.7% |
| Poland | $6.7M | 2.6% |
| Italy | $6.7M | 2.6% |
| Austria | $5.7M | 2.2% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $15.32 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the Czech Republic averaged $52.02 per kg and China $12.20 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 6602: Walking-sticks, seat-sticks, whips, riding-crops and the like. HS 6602 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most walking sticks?
China exported $154.3 million in 2024, 59% of the world total, followed by Taiwan (16%) and the Czech Republic (6%). In all, 127 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most walking sticks?
The United States imported $50.6 million in 2024, 19% of world imports, ahead of Germany (10%) and Japan (7%). The top three importers together take 37%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in walking sticks?
It was worth $260.6 million in 2024, about 17.0 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 32% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $302.6 million. 127 countries reported exports and 201 reported imports.
What is the average price of walking sticks per kg?
The world average declared value was about $15.32 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the Czech Republic averaged $52.02 per kg and China $12.20 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 walking sticks?
The HS code for walking sticks is heading 6602, in chapter 66 (umbrellas, sun umbrellas, walking-sticks, seat sticks, whips, riding crops; and parts 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 6602 page.
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