Chinese manufacturers provide roughly 9 of every 10 imported umbrellas that Canadians use to stay dry during a rain storm. This is despite the fact that American exporters can ship their umbrellas into Canada duty free and with lower shipping costs.

Overall Canada imported US$36.5 million worth of umbrellas in 2008, up 2.3% from 2007. Sales were up 0.2% to $34 million at October 2009 compared with $33.9 million in the 10 months ending October 2008.

Sales of Imported Umbrellas in 2008

In 2008, Canada imported umbrella products from 50 countries. The following 10 nations generated over 99% of those revenues.