Electric hair clippers imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported electric hair clippers worth $329.8 million (6.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 207 countries. Value rose 13% on 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 | $329.8M | 6.2K t |
| 2023 | $292.0M | 5.4K t |
| 2022 | $313.7M | 6.5K t |
| 2021 | $326.6M | 7.4K t |
| 2020 | $272.3M | 6.5K t |
| 2019 | $127.5M | 3.0K t |
| 2018 | $182.6M | 4.2K t |
| 2017 | $172.7M | 4.6K t |
Where the United States imports electric hair clippers from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 55% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Malaysia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $180.4M | 55% |
| Indonesia | $58.3M | 18% |
| Vietnam | $45.0M | 14% |
| Malaysia | $15.0M | 4.6% |
| Mexico | $14.0M | 4.3% |
| Hungary | $5.7M | 1.7% |
| Switzerland | $4.5M | 1.4% |
| Cambodia | $2.2M | 0.7% |
| Germany | $1.3M | 0.4% |
| Canada | $807K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $53.60 per kg, 94% above the world average of $27.57. 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.
Electric hair clippers exports from the United States
The United States exported $72.6 million of electric hair clippers in 2024 (1.4 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 128 countries. Most of it went to Mexico (15%), United Arab Emirates (14%), Germany (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 42%. Among the main buyer markets, Brazil grew fastest (+137% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $11.2M | 15% |
| United Arab Emirates | $10.5M | 15% |
| Germany | $8.4M | 12% |
| Canada | $4.8M | 6.5% |
| United Kingdom | $3.8M | 5.3% |
| France | $2.7M | 3.7% |
| Brazil | $2.6M | 3.6% |
| Australia | $2.0M | 2.8% |
| Chile | $1.9M | 2.6% |
| Peru | $1.9M | 2.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States electric hair clippers imports (HS 8510.20): 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 8510.20: Hair clippers: with a self-contained electric motor.
Common questions
What is the value of electric hair clippers imported by the United States?
The United States imported electric hair clippers worth $329.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 207 countries worldwide, with 15% of world imports. The value was up 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply electric hair clippers to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 55% of the value ($180.4 million), followed by Indonesia (18%) and Vietnam (14%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 48 supplier countries in total. Canada grew fastest among the top ten, up 138% on the year.
What is the average import price of electric hair clippers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $53.60 per kg in 2024, 94% above the world average of $27.57 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of electric hair clippers to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $172.7 million in 2017 to $329.8 million in 2024, an increase of 91%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $252.2 million a year.
Does the United States also export electric hair clippers?
Yes. The United States exported $72.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, the United Arab Emirates and Germany. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $257.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for electric hair clippers?
The HS code for electric hair clippers is subheading 8510.20. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8510 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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