HS Code:
Pacifiers, classified under HS Code 3926.90 (often grouped under plastic articles for infants), are baby care products designed to soothe infants by satisfying their natural sucking instincts. This category includes silicone, latex, and rubber pacifiers, often marketed for different age groups and developmental stages. The global trade of pacifiers is driven by demand for safe, non-toxic, and BPA-free products, influenced by stringent safety regulations in key markets.
Total Trade Volume
USD 250 million
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database & ITC Trade Map
USD 100 million
40% of global trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 35 million
14% of global trade of total trade
Stable
USD 30 million
12% of global trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 20 million
8% of global trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 15 million
6% of global trade of total trade
Stable
Average Rate
5.5% ad valorem
Highest Rate
12% (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 organic pacifiers
Increased market share for sustainable products made from natural rubber or biodegradable materials, especially in Europe and North America
2021-2022
Growth in e-commerce sales channels
Direct-to-consumer brands and online marketplaces have boosted accessibility, especially in emerging markets
2020-2022
Stricter safety regulations
Manufacturers face higher compliance costs, leading to consolidation among smaller players unable to meet standards
2019-2022
The European Union revised EN 1400 standards to include stricter testing for chemical content and durability, effective from mid-2022.
June 2022
Non-compliant exporters face market access barriers, while EU-based manufacturers gain a competitive edge.
The US maintained tariffs on certain Chinese baby products, including pacifiers, under Section 301, affecting cost structures for importers.
January 2023
Shift in sourcing to alternative countries like Thailand and Vietnam, increasing their market share.
Several new brands launched pacifiers made from 100% natural rubber, gaining traction in markets with high environmental awareness.
March 2023
Increased competition for traditional plastic pacifier manufacturers, pushing innovation in sustainable materials.