Flowers, foliage and fruit, artificial, and parts thereof: articles made of artificial flowers, foliage or fruit, of materials other than plastics

In 2024, flowers, foliage and fruit, artificial, and parts thereof: articles made of artificial flowers, foliage or fruit, of materials other than plastics trade exhibited slight decline, with global flows reaching $1,733,433,320 and a three-year compound annual growth rate of -4.3% (five-year: -2.2%). The all-time peak of $2,435,138,772 was recorded in 2022; the current level is 29% below that high-water mark.

Over the 30-year observation window (1995–2024), 59% of years recorded positive growth, indicating a mildly upward trajectory with periodic contractions. Trend momentum is decelerating (-6.6% acceleration).

The World Trade Flows Characterization classifies flowers, foliage and fruit, artificial, and parts thereof: articles made of artificial flowers, foliage or fruit, of materials other than plastics as "One-way trade" in the high price range price segment, providing additional context for market positioning and competitive dynamics.

The supply side is concentrated (Herfindahl-Hirschman Index 0.808). The three largest exporters — China ($1.6B), Netherlands ($40.5M), and Germany ($18.1M) — collectively dominate supply flows. The leading exporter has grown at -4.3% over the last three years.

On the demand side, importer concentration is moderately concentrated (HHI 0.171). The three largest import markets are United States ($686.0M), United Kingdom ($93.6M), and Poland ($75.2M). The largest importing market sources from 65 different supplying countries.

The dominant trade corridor is China → United States at $663.6M, representing 96.7% of the importer's total demand.

The volatility score for flowers, foliage and fruit, artificial, and parts thereof: articles made of artificial flowers, foliage or fruit, of materials other than plastics is 16 out of 100, classified as low. Trade flows are relatively stable compared to other HS6 products, suggesting mature supply chains and predictable demand.

For market entrants, contracting demand signals caution before committing resources. The concentrated supply structure suggests high barriers but also potential opportunity if dominant suppliers face disruption or capacity constraints.

Data confidence is rated "High" based on reporting coverage and consistency across OECD member and partner countries.