HS Code:
The product category 'Colored multifilament, untwisted or with a twist of less than 5 turns per meter, measuring not less than 22 decitex per filament, certified by the importer to be used in the manufacture of wigs for dolls' falls under a niche segment of synthetic textile materials. This category typically includes synthetic filaments like nylon or polyester, specifically designed for use in doll wig manufacturing. These filaments are valued for their durability, color vibrancy, and ease of styling, catering to the toy industry’s demand for high-quality doll accessories. Global trade in this category is influenced by the production of dolls and related toys, with significant activity in regions with strong toy manufacturing bases.
Total Trade Volume
USD 15 million
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database
Average Rate
6.5%
Highest Rate
12% (applied by certain developing countries to protect domestic textile industries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like USMCA or EU-Japan EPA)
Rising demand for eco-friendly materials
Manufacturers are increasingly exploring bio-based or recycled filaments to meet sustainability demands from toy companies, potentially increasing production costs but opening new market segments.
2021-2023
Shift in toy manufacturing to Southeast Asia
Countries like Vietnam and Indonesia are becoming key hubs for doll production, driving demand for multifilament imports in the region and reshaping trade flows.
2020-2022
Technological advancements in filament production
Innovations in creating softer, more realistic wig materials for dolls are increasing product value and trade volumes, particularly for high-end doll markets.
2019-2023
The European Union introduced stricter safety standards for synthetic materials used in toys, including multifilament for doll wigs, requiring additional testing for chemical content.
January 2023
Increased compliance costs for exporters to the EU, potentially reducing trade volumes from non-compliant suppliers.
A bilateral agreement reduced tariffs on synthetic filaments between China and Vietnam, boosting trade in materials for doll manufacturing.
March 2022
Enhanced trade flows between the two countries, with Vietnam emerging as a larger importer of Chinese multifilament.
The United States imposed additional tariffs on certain Chinese textile products, including synthetic multifilament, amid ongoing trade tensions.
September 2021
Shift in US imports towards South Korean and Japanese suppliers, affecting China's market share.