HS Code:
The Mirrors category, classified under HS Code 7009, includes glass mirrors, whether or not framed, including rear-view mirrors. This category encompasses a wide range of products such as household mirrors, bathroom mirrors, decorative mirrors, and automotive rear-view mirrors. Mirrors are essential in various industries, including construction, automotive, and interior design, and are traded globally due to differences in production costs, quality, and design preferences.
Total Trade Volume
USD 4.5 billion
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database
Average Rate
5.2%
Highest Rate
12% (imposed by certain developing countries to protect local industries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like EU Single Market or USMCA)
Growing demand for smart mirrors
Increased trade in high-tech mirrors with embedded electronics for smart homes and automotive applications
2021-2023
Shift towards sustainable production
Rising exports of eco-friendly mirrors made with recycled glass or low-energy processes, especially to EU markets
2020-2022
Regionalization of supply chains
Increased intra-regional trade (e.g., within North America under USMCA) to reduce shipping costs and tariffs
2019-2022
The European Union introduced provisional anti-dumping duties on certain glass mirrors from China to protect domestic manufacturers from unfairly priced imports.
March 2023
Potential shift in market share towards other exporters like Mexico and Turkey in the EU market
The United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement has led to a surge in duty-free mirror trade within North America, benefiting Mexican exporters.
January 2022
Strengthened regional supply chains and reduced dependence on Asian imports
Major manufacturers in Germany and the US have introduced smart mirrors with AI and IoT features, targeting premium markets.
September 2022
Increased demand for high-value mirrors, potentially shifting trade patterns towards technology-driven products