Plastic toilet seats imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $187.9 million of plastic toilet seats in 2024 (29.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 218 countries. Value rose 21% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% 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 | $187.9M | 29.1K t |
| 2023 | $155.8M | 23.8K t |
| 2022 | $180.4M | 28.9K t |
| 2021 | $171.9M | 27.8K t |
| 2020 | $151.7M | 24.3K t |
| 2019 | $104.7M | 18.3K t |
| 2018 | $115.0M | 18.4K t |
| 2017 | $101.9M | 17.3K t |
Where the United States imports plastic toilet seats from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 52% of the value. Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+52% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $97.7M | 52% |
| Thailand | $29.6M | 16% |
| Malaysia | $26.7M | 14% |
| Mexico | $11.4M | 6% |
| South Korea | $4.9M | 2.6% |
| Vietnam | $4.4M | 2.3% |
| Canada | $2.9M | 1.5% |
| Germany | $2.2M | 1.2% |
| Japan | $2.0M | 1% |
| Philippines | $1.8M | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.47 per kg, close to the world average of $5.59.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Plastic toilet seats exports from the United States
Exports of plastic toilet seats by the United States reached $34.1 million in 2024 (4.9 thousand tonnes). It ranks 6th of 131 countries for exports of this product. One buyer market dominates: Mexico accounted for 51% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $17.6M | 52% |
| Canada | $8.8M | 26% |
| Australia | $651K | 1.9% |
| Japan | $557K | 1.6% |
| China | $497K | 1.5% |
| United Kingdom | $486K | 1.4% |
| Brazil | $456K | 1.3% |
| Philippines | $391K | 1.2% |
| France | $329K | 1% |
| Germany | $303K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States plastic toilet seats imports (HS 3922.20): 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 3922.20: Plastics: lavatory seats and covers.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic toilet seats imported by the United States?
The United States imported plastic toilet seats worth $187.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 29.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 218 countries worldwide, with 18% of world imports. The value was up 21% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic toilet seats to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 52% of the value ($97.7 million), followed by Thailand (16%) and Malaysia (14%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 49 supplier countries in total. Vietnam grew fastest among the top ten, up 57% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic toilet seats per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.47 per kg in 2024, 16% above the world average of $5.59 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic toilet seats to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $101.9 million in 2017 to $187.9 million in 2024, an increase of 84%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $146.2 million a year.
Does the United States also export plastic toilet seats?
Yes. The United States exported $34.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Canada and Australia. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $153.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic toilet seats?
The HS code for plastic toilet seats is subheading 3922.20. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3922 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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