HS Code:
Upright brooms, classified under HS Code 9603.10, include brooms and brushes consisting of twigs or other vegetable materials bound together, with or without handles. These products are primarily used for household cleaning, industrial purposes, or outdoor sweeping. The global trade of upright brooms is influenced by factors such as raw material availability, labor costs, and consumer demand for sustainable and eco-friendly cleaning tools. This category often sees competition between traditional handcrafted brooms from developing countries and mass-produced alternatives from industrialized nations.
Total Trade Volume
USD 150 million
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database
USD 45 million
30% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 25 million
16.7% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 15 million
10% of total trade of total trade
Stable
USD 10 million
6.7% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 8 million
5.3% of total trade of total trade
Decreasing
Average Rate
5.2%
Highest Rate
12% (imposed by certain African and South American countries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like EU Single Market or USMCA)
Rising demand for eco-friendly products
Increased exports from countries using sustainable materials like bamboo and coconut fibers, especially in markets like the EU and North America.
2021-2022
Shift towards automation in production
Countries with advanced manufacturing capabilities are reducing costs, impacting traditional exporters reliant on manual labor.
2020-2022
Growth in e-commerce platforms
Small and medium enterprises from developing countries are gaining access to global markets, increasing competition.
2019-2022
The European Union introduced new regulations in 2022 requiring all imported brooms to meet specific sustainability criteria, including biodegradable materials and ethical sourcing.
June 2022
Exporters from Asia and Africa may face higher compliance costs, potentially reducing their market share in the EU.
As part of trade negotiations, the United States lowered tariffs on certain household goods, including upright brooms, from China in early 2023.
February 2023
This is expected to boost Chinese exports to the US, intensifying competition for other exporters.
The Indian government introduced subsidies and marketing support for traditional broom manufacturers to enhance their global competitiveness.
April 2023
Indian exports are projected to grow by 10-15% in the next two years, particularly in markets like the Middle East and Africa.