HS Code:
The Blinds category, including Venetian blinds, falls under HS Code 6303 (curtains, drapes, interior blinds, etc.) or more specifically under HS Code 3925.30 for plastic shutters and blinds, and HS Code 4421.99 for wooden blinds in some classifications. This category encompasses a variety of window coverings designed for light control, privacy, and aesthetic enhancement in residential, commercial, and industrial settings. Products range from traditional Venetian blinds made of wood, metal, or plastic to modern roller blinds, vertical blinds, and smart blinds with automated features. Global trade in this category is driven by demand for home improvement, urbanization, and commercial construction projects.
Total Trade Volume
Approximately $3.5 billion USD
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database and International Trade Centre (ITC) Trade Map
$1.2 billion USD
34.3% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
$500 million USD
14.3% of total trade of total trade
Stable
$350 million USD
10.0% of total trade of total trade
Stable
$250 million USD
7.1% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
$200 million USD
5.7% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
Average Rate
6.5% ad valorem
Highest Rate
12% (applied by certain developing countries to protect local industries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like EU Single Market or USMCA)
Rising demand for smart blinds
Increased trade in high-tech blinds with automation and IoT integration, particularly in developed markets like the US and EU, driving up value per unit.
2021-2023
Sustainability focus
Growing preference for eco-friendly materials like bamboo and recycled plastics, influencing sourcing patterns and increasing trade from Southeast Asia.
2020-2023
Urbanization in emerging markets
Higher demand for affordable blinds in Asia-Pacific and Africa due to rapid urban growth and housing projects, boosting exports from low-cost producers like China and Vietnam.
2019-2023
The United States imposed additional anti-dumping duties on certain categories of blinds and components imported from China, citing unfair pricing practices.
March 2023
Increased costs for US importers, potentially shifting sourcing to other countries like Mexico and Vietnam.
New EU regulations under the Green Deal framework mandate stricter sustainability standards for imported blinds, focusing on recyclable materials and reduced carbon footprints.
July 2023
Manufacturers in exporting countries must adapt to comply, potentially increasing production costs but favoring eco-friendly producers.
Major manufacturers in the US and Germany introduced new lines of smart blinds compatible with home automation systems, capturing a growing market segment.
January 2023
Higher trade value for technologically advanced products, with increased exports from tech-savvy countries.