HS Code:
The 'Windows and their frames' category, classified under HS Code 4418.10 for wooden windows and frames and HS Code 7610.10 for aluminum windows and frames, includes products used in construction and renovation for residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. These products are essential for providing light, ventilation, and aesthetic value to structures. The category covers a range of materials including wood, aluminum, and uPVC, with variations in design such as casement, sliding, and fixed windows. Global trade in this category is driven by construction booms, urbanization, and renovation activities in both developed and emerging markets.
Total Trade Volume
USD 15.3 billion
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database
USD 3.8 billion
24.8% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 2.1 billion
13.7% of total trade of total trade
Stable
USD 1.9 billion
12.4% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 1.2 billion
7.8% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 0.9 billion
5.9% of total trade of total trade
Stable
Average Rate
5.2% ad valorem
Highest Rate
12% (applied by certain developing countries to protect local industries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements such as EU internal trade or USMCA)
Rising demand for energy-efficient windows
Increased trade in double- and triple-glazed windows, especially in colder climates, driving innovation and higher export values for countries like Germany and the US.
2021-2022
Growth in uPVC window adoption
Shift towards cost-effective and durable uPVC materials in emerging markets like India and Southeast Asia, boosting exports from China and Poland.
2020-2022
Sustainability and eco-friendly materials
Growing preference for sustainably sourced wooden frames and recyclable aluminum, impacting trade patterns with stricter regulations in the EU and North America.
2022
The European Union introduced provisional anti-dumping duties ranging from 30% to 50% on aluminum windows and frames from China to protect local manufacturers.
March 2023
This has led to a potential shift in trade flows, with European buyers looking towards alternative suppliers like Turkey and Poland, increasing costs for importers.
The United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement has facilitated tariff-free trade of windows and frames, enhancing supply chains within the region.
January 2023
Increased exports from Mexico to the US and Canada, strengthening regional trade ties and reducing dependence on Asian imports.
Ongoing disruptions in the supply of aluminum and timber due to geopolitical tensions and port delays have caused price volatility in the windows and frames market.
Mid-2022
Higher production costs have slowed trade growth in some regions, with manufacturers passing on costs to consumers, affecting demand in price-sensitive markets.