HS Code:
The category for curtains, draperies, and window shades (HS Code: 6303) includes textile products used for window coverings, privacy, and interior decoration. This category encompasses a variety of materials such as cotton, synthetic fibers, and blends, as well as ready-made and custom products. These goods are essential in residential, commercial, and hospitality sectors, with demand driven by construction activity, home improvement trends, and interior design preferences. Global trade in this category is influenced by manufacturing costs, textile production capabilities, and consumer trends toward sustainable and smart home solutions.
Total Trade Volume
USD 6.5 billion
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database
Average Rate
8.5%
Highest Rate
15% (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 eco-friendly and sustainable materials
Increased production of curtains and shades made from organic cotton, recycled polyester, and biodegradable materials, particularly in European and North American markets
2021-2023
Growth in smart window coverings
Integration of automation and IoT technology in window shades is boosting demand for high-tech products, especially in developed economies
2020-2023
Shift in manufacturing to South Asia
Lower labor costs and proximity to raw materials are driving production to countries like India and Bangladesh, reducing China's dominance slightly
2019-2022
The European Union introduced new regulations requiring curtains and draperies to meet specific environmental impact and recyclability standards under the EU Green Deal framework.
March 2023
Exporters to the EU must adapt to higher compliance costs, potentially benefiting manufacturers with existing sustainable practices.
The United States maintained additional tariffs on Chinese-made curtains and window shades as part of ongoing trade disputes, prompting importers to seek alternative suppliers.
January 2023
Increased sourcing from India, Turkey, and Vietnam, diversifying supply chains but raising costs for US consumers.
Major online platforms reported a surge in sales of curtains and window shades, driven by home improvement trends during and post-COVID-19 pandemic.
Mid-2022
Smaller manufacturers and direct-to-consumer brands gained market share, challenging traditional retail models.