Makeup brush imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported makeup brush worth $349.3 million (9.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 216 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 3% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% 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 | $349.3M | 9.1K t |
| 2023 | $361.7M | 8.5K t |
| 2022 | $140.5M | 5.9K t |
| 2021 | $398.9M | 9.3K t |
| 2020 | $335.2M | 8.9K t |
| 2019 | $125.4M | 2.5K t |
| 2018 | $140.9M | 2.7K t |
| 2017 | $133.6M | 2.6K t |
Where the United States imports makeup brush from
China alone supplied 82% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $286.3M | 82% |
| Mexico | $21.8M | 6.2% |
| Germany | $6.1M | 1.8% |
| Italy | $5.0M | 1.4% |
| India | $4.7M | 1.3% |
| Japan | $4.4M | 1.3% |
| United Kingdom | $4.3M | 1.2% |
| Canada | $3.5M | 1% |
| France | $3.0M | 0.9% |
| Thailand | $1.7M | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $38.43 per kg, 41% above the world average of $27.33. 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.
Makeup brush exports from the United States
The United States exported $22.7 million of makeup brush in 2024 (569 tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 152 countries. The largest buyer markets were Canada (26%), Mexico (13%), Belgium (5%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 45%. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+37% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $5.9M | 26% |
| Mexico | $3.0M | 13% |
| Belgium | $1.2M | 5.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.2M | 5.3% |
| Germany | $1.0M | 4.5% |
| India | $954K | 4.2% |
| China | $895K | 3.9% |
| France | $761K | 3.4% |
| United Kingdom | $712K | 3.1% |
| Brazil | $690K | 3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States makeup brush imports (HS 9603.30): 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 9603.30: Brushes: artists' brushes, writing brushes and similar brushes for the application of cosmetics.
Common questions
What is the value of makeup brush imported by the United States?
The United States imported makeup brush worth $349.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 216 countries worldwide, with 31% of world imports. The value was down 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply makeup brush to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 82% of the value ($286.3 million), followed by Mexico (6%) and Germany (2%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 62 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 39% on the year.
What is the average import price of makeup brush per kg?
The average declared import value was about $38.43 per kg in 2024, 41% above the world average of $27.33 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of makeup brush to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $133.6 million in 2017 to $349.3 million in 2024, an increase of 162%. The peak was 2021 at $398.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $248.2 million a year.
Does the United States also export makeup brush?
Yes. The United States exported $22.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and Belgium. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $326.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for makeup brush?
The HS code for makeup brush is subheading 9603.30. It sits in HS chapter 96 (miscellaneous manufactured articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9603 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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