HS Code:
Flush tanks, classified under HS Code 3922.90 (often associated with sanitary ware of plastics, including flush tanks), are essential components of toilet systems used for storing and releasing water to flush waste. This category includes plastic flush tanks and related fittings used in residential, commercial, and industrial settings. The global trade of flush tanks is driven by construction activities, urbanization, and increasing demand for water-efficient sanitation systems. The market is influenced by material innovations, environmental regulations, and regional preferences for sanitation infrastructure.
Total Trade Volume
Approximately $500 million USD
Data from 2022
Source
Derived from UN Comtrade Database and ITC Trade Map
$150 million USD
30% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
$75 million USD
15% of total trade of total trade
Stable
$60 million USD
12% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
$45 million USD
9% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
$40 million USD
8% of total trade of total trade
Stable
Average Rate
6.5% ad valorem
Highest Rate
12% (applied by certain developing countries to protect local manufacturers)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like EU internal trade or USMCA)
Shift towards water-efficient flush tanks
Increased demand for dual-flush systems and low-flow technologies to conserve water, driven by environmental concerns and regulations.
2020-2022
Rising use of sustainable materials
Manufacturers are adopting recycled plastics and eco-friendly materials to meet regulatory standards and consumer preferences for green products.
2021-2023
Growth in construction and urbanization
Rapid urbanization in Asia-Pacific and Africa has boosted demand for sanitation infrastructure, including flush tanks, in residential and commercial projects.
2019-2022
The European Union introduced stricter regulations on single-use plastics and mandated higher recycling rates for plastic sanitary ware, including flush tanks.
January 2023
Manufacturers are investing in sustainable production methods, potentially increasing costs but opening new markets for eco-friendly products.
A new phase of trade negotiations between the US and China reduced tariffs on certain sanitary ware products, including flush tanks, to promote bilateral trade.
March 2022
Lower tariffs have increased Chinese exports to the US, benefiting cost-conscious buyers but raising concerns for domestic US producers.
India's government launched a major initiative under the Swachh Bharat Mission to improve sanitation access, increasing demand for affordable flush tanks.
October 2022
Local and international manufacturers are scaling up production to meet demand, with a focus on cost-effective and durable products.