HS Code:
The category 'Table, kitchen or other household articles and parts thereof; pot scourers and scouring or polishing pads, gloves and the like' (HS Code: 7323 for iron/steel articles, 7615 for aluminum, and related codes) encompasses a wide range of household items used for cooking, dining, and cleaning. This includes utensils, cookware, tableware, and cleaning accessories made from various materials like stainless steel, aluminum, and plastics. These products are essential in daily life, with demand driven by household needs, hospitality sectors, and industrial applications. Global trade in this category is influenced by manufacturing capabilities, raw material availability, and consumer preferences for durability and design.
Total Trade Volume
Approximately $25 billion USD
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database and World Trade Organization (WTO) Statistics
$10.5 billion USD
42% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
$2.8 billion USD
11.2% of total trade of total trade
Stable
$2.2 billion USD
8.8% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
$1.5 billion USD
6% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
$1.2 billion USD
4.8% of total trade of total trade
Stable
Average Rate
5.5% ad valorem
Highest Rate
25% (imposed by certain developing countries on luxury or non-essential imports)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like EU Single Market or USMCA)
Shift towards sustainable materials
Increased demand for eco-friendly products like bamboo utensils and recyclable aluminum cookware, influencing production and trade patterns.
2021-2023
Growth in e-commerce
Direct-to-consumer sales of household articles have surged, benefiting exporters with strong digital logistics networks.
2020-2022
Rising demand in emerging markets
Countries in Africa and Southeast Asia are increasing imports due to urbanization and rising middle-class populations, boosting trade volumes.
2019-2023
The United States imposed additional tariffs on Chinese household articles under Section 301, citing unfair trade practices.
May 2022
Increased costs for US importers, leading to diversification of supply chains towards countries like Vietnam and India.
The European Union introduced stricter regulations on single-use plastics and non-recyclable materials in household articles as part of the Green Deal.
January 2023
Exporters to the EU market are adapting by investing in sustainable materials, impacting production costs and trade competitiveness.
India launched incentives to boost domestic manufacturing of kitchen and household articles, aiming to increase exports.
April 2021
Enhanced export capacity and competitiveness, positioning India as a growing supplier in the global market.