Wigs (other materials) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported wigs (other materials) worth $23.9 million (613 tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 196 countries. That is 6% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $23.9M | 613 t |
| 2023 | $22.5M | 744 t |
| 2022 | $22.0M | 818 t |
| 2021 | $20.3M | 1.1K t |
| 2020 | $12.7M | 568 t |
| 2019 | $14.8M | 396 t |
| 2018 | $14.0M | 402 t |
| 2017 | $14.3M | 380 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports wigs (other materials) from
China alone supplied 87% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $20.9M | 87% |
| Indonesia | $825K | 3.5% |
| United States | $772K | 3.2% |
| Vietnam | $351K | 1.5% |
| Kenya | $219K | 0.9% |
| Ireland | $199K | 0.8% |
| Thailand | $182K | 0.8% |
| Nigeria | $75K | 0.3% |
| Poland | $45K | 0.2% |
| Germany | $36K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $38.97 per kg, 214% above the world average of $12.41. 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.
Wigs (other materials) exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of wigs (other materials) by the United Kingdom reached $3.9 million in 2024 (86 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. China alone took 61% of it. Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+200% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.4M | 61% |
| Germany | $337K | 8.6% |
| Denmark | $218K | 5.6% |
| Ireland | $189K | 4.8% |
| Netherlands | $122K | 3.1% |
| Japan | $101K | 2.6% |
| Finland | $88K | 2.3% |
| United States | $68K | 1.7% |
| France | $41K | 1.1% |
| Norway | $40K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom wigs (other materials) imports (HS 6704.90): 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 6704.90: Wigs, false beards, eyebrows and eyelashes, switches and the like and other articles n.e.c.: of animal hair or of textile materials other than synthetic.
Common questions
What is the value of wigs (other materials) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported wigs (other materials) worth $23.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 613 tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 196 countries worldwide, with 8% of world imports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply wigs (other materials) to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 87% of the value ($20.9 million), followed by Indonesia (3%) and the United States (3%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 52 supplier countries in total. Ireland grew fastest among the top ten, up 343% on the year.
What is the average import price of wigs (other materials) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $38.97 per kg in 2024, 214% above the world average of $12.41 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of wigs (other materials) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $14.3 million in 2017 to $23.9 million in 2024, an increase of 67%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $18.0 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export wigs (other materials)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $3.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to China, Germany and Denmark. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $20.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for wigs (other materials)?
The HS code for wigs (other materials) is subheading 6704.90. 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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