Human hair wigs imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of human hair wigs by the United Kingdom reached $84.2 million in 2024 (382 tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 184 countries. That is 13% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $84.2M | 382 t |
| 2023 | $74.4M | 362 t |
| 2022 | $96.9M | 787 t |
| 2021 | $72.8M | 404 t |
| 2020 | $65.8M | 614 t |
| 2019 | $61.3M | 552 t |
| 2018 | $54.0M | 637 t |
| 2017 | $42.8M | 550 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports human hair wigs from
China alone supplied 89% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $74.8M | 89% |
| Indonesia | $5.2M | 6.2% |
| Germany | $1.3M | 1.5% |
| United States | $603K | 0.7% |
| Israel | $598K | 0.7% |
| Australia | $213K | 0.3% |
| Myanmar | $199K | 0.2% |
| Switzerland | $198K | 0.2% |
| Italy | $184K | 0.2% |
| New Zealand | $145K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $220.41 per kg, 29% above the world average of $171.00. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Human hair wigs exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of human hair wigs by the United Kingdom reached $7.0 million in 2024 (32 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Netherlands (18%), United Arab Emirates (14%), United States (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 45%. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+187% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $1.3M | 18% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.0M | 15% |
| United States | $872K | 12% |
| Germany | $772K | 11% |
| Ireland | $411K | 5.8% |
| France | $318K | 4.5% |
| China | $314K | 4.5% |
| Belgium | $270K | 3.8% |
| Norway | $164K | 2.3% |
| Canada | $159K | 2.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom human hair wigs imports (HS 6704.20): 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 6704.20: Wigs, false beards, eyebrows and eyelashes, switches and the like and other articles n.e.c.: of human hair.
Common questions
What is the value of human hair wigs imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported human hair wigs worth $84.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 382 tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 184 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply human hair wigs to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 89% of the value ($74.8 million), followed by Indonesia (6%) and Germany (2%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 50 supplier countries in total. Israel grew fastest among the top ten, up 633% on the year.
What is the average import price of human hair wigs per kg?
The average declared import value was about $220.41 per kg in 2024, 29% above the world average of $171.00 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of human hair wigs to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $42.8 million in 2017 to $84.2 million in 2024, an increase of 97%. The peak was 2022 at $96.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $69.0 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export human hair wigs?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $7.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, the United Arab Emirates and the United States. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $77.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for human hair wigs?
The HS code for human hair wigs is subheading 6704.20. It sits in HS chapter 67 (feathers and down, prepared; and articles made of feather or of down; artificial flowers; articles of human hair). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6704 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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