HS Code:
The category of Tailors' dummies and other mannequins, automatons, and animated displays used for shop window dressing (HS Code: 961800) includes items primarily utilized in retail settings for displaying clothing and other products. These products are essential for visual merchandising, helping to attract customers by showcasing apparel and accessories in a lifelike manner. This category encompasses a range of products from static mannequins to sophisticated animated displays that simulate movement or other effects to draw attention. The global trade of these items reflects trends in retail, fashion, and technology sectors.
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 150 million
12.5% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 100 million
8.3% of total trade of total trade
Stable
USD 80 million
6.7% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
Average Rate
5.2%
Highest Rate
12% (imposed by certain developing countries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements such as EU-US trade deals)
Rising demand for eco-friendly materials
Manufacturers are shifting towards sustainable and recyclable materials for mannequins, driven by consumer and regulatory pressure for environmentally conscious products.
2021-2022
Integration of technology in animated displays
Increased use of robotics and digital screens in mannequins to create interactive shop window displays, enhancing customer engagement.
2020-2022
Growth in e-commerce reducing physical display needs
While online retail growth slightly dampens demand for traditional mannequins, it fuels demand for innovative displays for pop-up stores and experiential retail.
2019-2022
The European Union introduced new guidelines encouraging the use of sustainable materials in retail display products, including mannequins, to reduce environmental impact.
March 2023
Manufacturers exporting to the EU must adapt to comply with these regulations, potentially increasing production costs but opening opportunities for eco-friendly branding.
Major trade shows in 2023 showcased advanced animated mannequins with AI-driven movement and facial recognition to interact with customers.
June 2023
This innovation is expected to boost demand for high-end displays in luxury retail, though higher costs may limit adoption in smaller markets.
A new trade agreement reduced tariffs on retail display products between China and ASEAN countries, facilitating increased exports from China.
January 2023
This has strengthened China's dominance in the market, potentially challenging smaller exporters in the region.