Wigs (other materials) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of wigs (other materials) by the United States reached $54.2 million in 2024 (1.4 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 196 countries. Value rose 9% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 7% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $96.4 million.
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 | $54.2M | 1.4K t |
| 2023 | $49.7M | 2.0K t |
| 2022 | $96.4M | 2.5K t |
| 2021 | $82.3M | 2.4K t |
| 2020 | $51.8M | 2.4K t |
| 2019 | $85.3M | 2.3K t |
| 2018 | $83.8M | 2.0K t |
| 2017 | $89.8M | 1.9K t |
Where the United States imports wigs (other materials) from
China alone supplied 56% of it. Among the main suppliers, Israel grew fastest (+453% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $30.6M | 57% |
| Indonesia | $16.7M | 31% |
| Thailand | $1.8M | 3.3% |
| Israel | $1.8M | 3.3% |
| Vietnam | $1.0M | 1.9% |
| Hong Kong | $580K | 1.1% |
| South Africa | $466K | 0.9% |
| Italy | $349K | 0.6% |
| Germany | $185K | 0.3% |
| Kenya | $102K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $38.25 per kg, 208% 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 States
The United States exported $9.9 million of wigs (other materials) in 2024 (465 tonnes). It ranks 5th of 145 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to Germany (11%), Canada (9%), France (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 29%. Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest (+149% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $1.1M | 11% |
| Canada | $937K | 9.4% |
| France | $860K | 8.7% |
| United Kingdom | $772K | 7.8% |
| Barbados | $534K | 5.4% |
| Australia | $530K | 5.3% |
| Bahamas | $511K | 5.1% |
| Switzerland | $487K | 4.9% |
| Mexico | $436K | 4.4% |
| Netherlands | $396K | 4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States 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 States?
The United States imported wigs (other materials) worth $54.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 196 countries worldwide, with 17% of world imports. The value was up 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply wigs (other materials) to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 56% of the value ($30.6 million), followed by Indonesia (31%) and Thailand (3%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 54 supplier countries in total. Israel grew fastest among the top ten, up 453% on the year.
What is the average import price of wigs (other materials) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $38.25 per kg in 2024, 208% 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 States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $89.8 million in 2017 to $54.2 million in 2024, a fall of 40%. The peak was 2022 at $96.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $74.2 million a year.
Does the United States also export wigs (other materials)?
Yes. The United States exported $9.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, Canada and France. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $44.2 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?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United States. Tell us your product to see it live.
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