Plastic sandals and flip-flops trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in plastic sandals and flip-flops was worth $1.37 billion in 2024, about 223.1 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 36% since 2017, and down 11% on 2023.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
World trade by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1.37B | 223.1K t |
| 2023 | $1.53B | 238.6K t |
| 2022 | $1.56B | 240.4K t |
| 2021 | $1.49B | 251.1K t |
| 2020 | $1.58B | 264.9K t |
| 2019 | $1.64B | 259.5K t |
| 2018 | $1.98B | 335.3K t |
| 2017 | $2.13B | 304.0K t |
Top plastic sandals and flip-flops exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 65% of world exports, followed by Brazil and Vietnam. The top three supply 79% between them, out of 162 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $892.4M | 65% |
| Brazil | $139.2M | 10% |
| Vietnam | $43.6M | 3.2% |
| Spain | $27.8M | 2% |
| Italy | $25.3M | 1.9% |
| Netherlands | $22.9M | 1.7% |
| India | $21.3M | 1.6% |
| Germany | $18.3M | 1.3% |
| France | $14.7M | 1.1% |
| Thailand | $13.6M | 1% |
| Kenya | $11.1M | 0.8% |
| United States | $11.1M | 0.8% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are the United States (8%), the United Arab Emirates (6%) and Italy (4%). 212 countries imported it, and the top three take 18% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $103.6M | 7.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $88.5M | 6.5% |
| Italy | $57.8M | 4.2% |
| Spain | $50.4M | 3.7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $49.5M | 3.6% |
| France | $44.7M | 3.3% |
| Germany | $34.6M | 2.5% |
| Iraq | $34.5M | 2.5% |
| Vietnam | $32.4M | 2.4% |
| Thailand | $30.3M | 2.2% |
| Poland | $27.1M | 2% |
| Indonesia | $23.3M | 1.7% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $6.12 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Italy averaged $23.30 per kg and China $5.42 per kg, so grade and origin matter.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments worldwide. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 6402.20: Footwear: with outer soles and uppers of rubber or plastics, upper straps or thongs assembled to the sole by plugs. HS 6402 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most plastic sandals and flip-flops?
China exported $892.4 million in 2024, 65% of the world total, followed by Brazil (10%) and Vietnam (3%). In all, 162 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most plastic sandals and flip-flops?
The United States imported $103.6 million in 2024, 8% of world imports, ahead of the United Arab Emirates (6%) and Italy (4%). The top three importers together take 18%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in plastic sandals and flip-flops?
It was worth $1.37 billion in 2024, about 223.1 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 36% since 2017. The peak year was 2017 at $2.13 billion. 162 countries reported exports and 212 reported imports.
What is the average price of plastic sandals and flip-flops per kg?
The world average declared value was about $6.12 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Italy averaged $23.30 per kg and China $5.42 per kg, so grade and origin matter. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so treat it as a benchmark, not a quote.
What is the HS code for plastic sandals and flip-flops?
The HS code for plastic sandals and flip-flops is subheading 6402.20, in chapter 64 (footwear; gaiters and the like; parts of such articles). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 6402 page.
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