Electric hair styling appliances imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported electric hair styling appliances worth $593.2 million (12.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 201 countries for imports of this product. That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% 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 | $593.2M | 12.4K t |
| 2023 | $585.1M | 14.1K t |
| 2022 | $526.8M | 13.9K t |
| 2021 | $555.5M | 14.0K t |
| 2020 | $360.2M | 10.4K t |
| 2019 | $405.7M | 13.8K t |
| 2018 | $297.3M | 10.7K t |
| 2017 | $279.2M | 10.6K t |
Where the United States imports electric hair styling appliances from
China alone supplied 65% of it. Among the main suppliers, Malaysia grew fastest (+165% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $388.5M | 66% |
| Philippines | $125.4M | 21% |
| Mexico | $48.7M | 8.2% |
| Malaysia | $20.1M | 3.4% |
| Brazil | $2.5M | 0.4% |
| South Korea | $2.4M | 0.4% |
| Canada | $1.4M | 0.2% |
| Italy | $793K | 0.1% |
| Vietnam | $765K | 0.1% |
| Singapore | $703K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $47.78 per kg, 39% above the world average of $34.41. 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.
Electric hair styling appliances exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported electric hair styling appliances worth $50.8 million (906 tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 141 countries. One buyer market dominates: Mexico accounted for 68% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Mexico grew fastest (+35% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $34.6M | 68% |
| Canada | $8.3M | 16% |
| United Kingdom | $975K | 1.9% |
| Panama | $566K | 1.1% |
| Guatemala | $560K | 1.1% |
| Trinidad and Tobago | $410K | 0.8% |
| Hong Kong | $388K | 0.8% |
| Netherlands | $314K | 0.6% |
| Costa Rica | $272K | 0.5% |
| Germany | $270K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States electric hair styling appliances imports (HS 8516.32): 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 8516.32: Hair-dressing apparatus: electro-thermic, other than hair dryers.
Common questions
What is the value of electric hair styling appliances imported by the United States?
The United States imported electric hair styling appliances worth $593.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 12.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 201 countries worldwide, with 14% of world imports. The value was up 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply electric hair styling appliances to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 65% of the value ($388.5 million), followed by the Philippines (21%) and Mexico (8%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 45 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 178% on the year.
What is the average import price of electric hair styling appliances per kg?
The average declared import value was about $47.78 per kg in 2024, 39% above the world average of $34.41 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of electric hair styling appliances to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $279.2 million in 2017 to $593.2 million in 2024, an increase of 112%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $450.4 million a year.
Does the United States also export electric hair styling appliances?
Yes. The United States exported $50.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Canada and the United Kingdom. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $542.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for electric hair styling appliances?
The HS code for electric hair styling appliances is subheading 8516.32. 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 8516 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
Shipment-level records for the United States reach EximDataX from a direct customs feed, with company names, dates and declared values. We can show them for your product on a short call.
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