Rubber and plastic footwear imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Egypt imported rubber and plastic footwear worth $66.9 million (2.6 thousand tonnes). Value fell 4% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $66.9M | 2.6K t |
| 2023 | $69.4M | 2.5K t |
| 2022 | $74.0M | 2.8K t |
| 2021 | $72.1M | 6.5K t |
| 2020 | $61.3M | 6.0K t |
| 2019 | $69.7M | 8.8K t |
| 2018 | $78.9M | 9.9K t |
| 2017 | $56.0M | 6.6K t |
Where Egypt imports rubber and plastic footwear from
China alone supplied 70% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $46.5M | 70% |
| Vietnam | $13.4M | 20% |
| Indonesia | $2.0M | 3% |
| Turkey | $711K | 1.1% |
| Italy | $696K | 1% |
| Brazil | $580K | 0.9% |
| Bangladesh | $453K | 0.7% |
| Germany | $362K | 0.5% |
| Malaysia | $296K | 0.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $276K | 0.4% |
Product types under HS 6402
| 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 | 59% |
| 6402.19 | Sports footwear: (other than ski-boots, snowboard boots or cross-country ski footwear), with outer soles and uppers of rubber or plastics | 35% |
| 6402.91 | Footwear: n.e.c. in heading no. 6402, covering the ankle, with outer soles and uppers of rubber or plastics | 3.4% |
| 6402.20 | Footwear: with outer soles and uppers of rubber or plastics, upper straps or thongs assembled to the sole by plugs | 2.8% |
| 6402.12 | Sports footwear: with outer soles and uppers of rubber or plastics, ski-boots, cross-country ski footwear and snowboard boots | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6402.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $26.08 per kg, 67% above the world average of $15.66. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Rubber and plastic footwear exports from Egypt
Egypt exported $10.4 million of rubber and plastic footwear in 2024 (480 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Sudan accounted for 66% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Libya grew fastest (+421% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Sudan | $6.9M | 66% |
| Libya | $971K | 9.4% |
| Lebanon | $583K | 5.6% |
| Turkey | $583K | 5.6% |
| Saudi Arabia | $279K | 2.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $216K | 2.1% |
| Morocco | $127K | 1.2% |
| Palestine | $90K | 0.9% |
| Israel | $90K | 0.9% |
| France | $88K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
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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: Footwear; with outer soles and uppers of rubber or plastics (excluding waterproof footwear).
Common questions
What is the value of rubber and plastic footwear imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported rubber and plastic footwear worth $66.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 78th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply rubber and plastic footwear to Egypt?
China was the largest supplier with 70% of the value ($46.5 million), followed by Vietnam (20%) and Indonesia (3%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 59 supplier countries in total. Indonesia grew fastest among the top ten, up 417% on the year.
What is the average import price of rubber and plastic footwear per kg?
The average declared import value was about $26.08 per kg in 2024, 67% above the world average of $15.66 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have imports of rubber and plastic footwear to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $56.0 million in 2017 to $66.9 million in 2024, an increase of 20%. The peak was 2018 at $78.9 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Egypt also export rubber and plastic footwear?
Yes. Egypt exported $10.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Sudan, Libya and Lebanon. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $56.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for rubber and plastic footwear?
The HS code for rubber and plastic footwear is heading 6402. In Egypt the largest six-digit codes were 6402.99 (59% of the value) and 6402.19 (35%). It sits in HS chapter 64 (footwear; gaiters and the like; parts of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6402 page.
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