Rubber and plastic shoes trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in rubber and plastic shoes was worth $30.86 billion in 2024, about 2.03 million tonnes. That is an increase of 35% since 2017, and up 8% 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 | $30.86B | 2.03M t |
| 2023 | $28.58B | 1.85M t |
| 2022 | $30.62B | 1.89M t |
| 2021 | $23.98B | 1.59M t |
| 2020 | $19.12B | 1.42M t |
| 2019 | $23.25B | 1.80M t |
| 2018 | $22.82B | 1.75M t |
| 2017 | $22.85B | 1.74M t |
Top rubber and plastic shoes exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 53% of world exports, followed by Vietnam and Germany. The top three supply 75% between them, out of 202 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $16.35B | 53% |
| Vietnam | $5.27B | 17% |
| Germany | $1.55B | 5% |
| Indonesia | $1.53B | 5% |
| Italy | $685.0M | 2.2% |
| Cambodia | $576.0M | 1.9% |
| Spain | $479.8M | 1.6% |
| Poland | $432.6M | 1.4% |
| France | $318.5M | 1% |
| Belgium | $313.7M | 1% |
| Netherlands | $307.8M | 1% |
| Brazil | $295.7M | 1% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 16% of world imports, ahead of Germany and France. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 27% across 222 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $5.08B | 17% |
| Germany | $1.99B | 6.5% |
| France | $1.35B | 4.4% |
| Japan | $1.09B | 3.5% |
| Poland | $1.07B | 3.5% |
| Italy | $1.03B | 3.3% |
| Spain | $999.2M | 3.2% |
| China | $852.5M | 2.8% |
| United Kingdom | $852.2M | 2.8% |
| Russia | $810.6M | 2.6% |
| South Korea | $764.0M | 2.5% |
| Netherlands | $659.4M | 2.1% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $15.24 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $36.79 per kg and China $11.81 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 6402.99: Footwear: n.e.c. in heading no. 6402, (other than just covering the ankle), with outer soles and uppers of rubber or plastics. HS 6402 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most rubber and plastic shoes?
China exported $16.35 billion in 2024, 53% of the world total, followed by Vietnam (17%) and Germany (5%). In all, 202 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most rubber and plastic shoes?
The United States imported $5.08 billion in 2024, 16% of world imports, ahead of Germany (6%) and France (4%). The top three importers together take 27%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in rubber and plastic shoes?
It was worth $30.86 billion in 2024, about 2.03 million tonnes. That is an increase of 35% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 202 countries reported exports and 222 reported imports.
What is the average price of rubber and plastic shoes per kg?
The world average declared value was about $15.24 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $36.79 per kg and China $11.81 per kg, so grade and origin matter. The average mixes every grade and size, so use it as a market reference rather than an offer.
What is the HS code for rubber and plastic shoes?
The HS code for rubber and plastic shoes is subheading 6402.99, 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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