HS Code:
The Ladder category, classified under HS Code 7326.90 (Other articles of iron or steel) or 7616.99 (Other articles of aluminum), includes various types of ladders such as step ladders, extension ladders, and telescopic ladders used for domestic, industrial, and construction purposes. This category encompasses products made from materials like steel, aluminum, and fiberglass, catering to both professional and household needs. Ladders are essential tools in construction, maintenance, and warehousing industries, with demand driven by urbanization, infrastructure development, and safety regulations.
Total Trade Volume
USD 1.2 billion
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database
USD 450 million
37.5% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 200 million
16.7% of total trade of total trade
Stable
USD 120 million
10.0% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 80 million
6.7% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 60 million
5.0% of total trade of total trade
Stable
Average Rate
5.2% ad valorem
Highest Rate
12.5% (imposed by India on certain steel ladders)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like USMCA for qualifying products)
Rising demand for lightweight aluminum ladders
Increased exports from countries with strong aluminum production, like China and the UAE, due to preference for portable and corrosion-resistant products.
2021-2022
Growth in construction and infrastructure projects
Higher demand for industrial-grade ladders in emerging economies like India and Brazil, boosting trade volumes.
2020-2022
Adoption of safety regulations
Shift toward certified and high-quality ladders, favoring manufacturers in developed countries like the US and Germany.
2019-2022
The European Union imposed anti-dumping duties ranging from 8% to 15% on aluminum ladders from China to protect domestic manufacturers.
March 2023
Potential shift in market share to other exporters like Mexico and Vietnam.
Under the USMCA agreement, tariffs on ladders traded between the US, Mexico, and Canada were reduced to 0% for qualifying goods.
July 2020
Increased trade flows within North America, especially benefiting Mexican exporters.
Major manufacturers introduced compact, telescopic ladders with enhanced safety features, gaining popularity in household and professional markets.
October 2022
Boosted demand for premium products, influencing trade patterns toward high-value ladders.