Early luggage was made of wood or other heavy materials. With the popularization of air travel, luggage materials have shifted to lighter hard plastic or fabric. Most models come with built in small wheels and pull rods for easy towing. After 2010, four wheel luggage emerged; its wheels can rotate 360 degrees, allowing effortless gliding on flat ground. In addition, luggage can be divided into hard shell and soft shell types by outer casing. Hard shell luggage is more drop resistant and suitable for belongings requiring ample protection. Soft shell luggage is generally lighter and offers more flexible storage capacity. However, the zippers of soft shell luggage are prone to bursting if overstuffed.
Excerpted from In depth Research Report on China’s Luggage Industry (2020  2025) and the 14th Five Year Plan Corporate Investment Strategy released by China Research Institute  
  Analysis of the 2020 Luggage Market Scale and Future Development Directions

Luggage consumption is primarily driven by the domestic travel boom. Consumers select luggage sizes based on travel seasons and trip durations. Diversified travel scenarios have boosted consumption shares of suitcases smaller than 20 inches and those 26 inches, 28 inches or larger, catering to a wider range of travel demands.
Female consumers account for over 60% of total purchases. Consumers from first and second tier cities contribute roughly 60% of market consumption, while consumption growth is stronger in third tier and lower tier cities. China’s luggage market size rose from RMB 24.2 billion in 2013 to RMB 35.2 billion in 2018, and was projected to reach RMB 38.4 billion in 2020.     
Major Brands
International and domestic mainstream brands include: Louis Vuitton (France, founded as a luggage manufacturer);Samsonite, Miss Young, American Tourister, Tumi (United States);Delsey (France);Antler Luggage (United Kingdom);Rimowa, Landline (Germany);RIBEN ITO (Aidier, China),etc.     
Chart: China Luggage Industry Market Scale, 2016–2018
Data Source: China Research Puhua Industrial Research Institute
In 2018, China’s overall luggage and bags market reached approximately RMB 152.5 billion.
Driven by domestic consumption upgrading, the market size of the luggage and bags sector continues to expand. China Research Puhua conducts long  term tracking and monitoring of the luggage industry. It analyzes industry demand, supply, operational characteristics, resource acquisition capacity, industrial chains and value chains, and integrates multi  dimensional data and information covering the industry, market, enterprises and end users. The institute provides in depth industrial research reports for clients, enabling enterprises to gain thorough insights into the luggage sector, identify investment value and opportunities, mitigate operational risks, and enhance management and operational efficiency.
A luggage industry research report serves as a critical research document compiled before industry investment. It conducts targeted surveys, research and analysis on various factors of the luggage industry, evaluates project feasibility and expected benefits, and puts forward constructive suggestions and countermeasures. Centered on theoretical understanding of the luggage industry, it focuses on exploring the inherent nature and regular patterns of the sector. These reports deliver consistent high value services, making them indispensable reference materials for luggage enterprises to track the latest industrial trends, seize market opportunities, make sound investment decisions and clarify corporate development strategies.
This consulting report is led and compiled by China Research Puhua Consulting. Based on extensive thorough market research, it draws heavily on data and materials published by authoritative institutions including the National Bureau of Statistics, Ministry of Commerce, National Development and Reform Commission, Development Research Center of the State Council, China Luggage Industry Association, China Research Puhua Industrial Research Institute, as well as domestic and overseas newspapers, journals and professional research organizations.
The report conducts in depth research on China’s economic and social performance and achievements during the 13th Five Year Plan period, the development of upstream and downstream industries of luggage, industry supply and demand, and import & export conditions. It further analyzes the development status, characteristics, regional layout and competitive landscape of China’s luggage industry, as well as the challenges facing the sector during the 14th Five Year Plan period. It also delivers detailed forecasts and trend analysis of the global and China luggage industry for the 14th Five Year Plan cycle, and judges industry development trends. It is an essential reference for luggage manufacturers, operators, research institutions and investment bodies to accurately grasp the latest industrial dynamics, clarify corporate positioning and chart development paths.