Footwear parts imports in Ethiopia: data, top suppliers and prices
Ethiopia imported $17.2 million of footwear parts in 2024 (2.4 thousand tonnes). Value fell 46% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 20% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $32.7 million.
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 | $17.2M | 2.4K t |
| 2023 | $31.6M | 4.8K t |
| 2022 | $32.7M | 4.9K t |
| 2021 | $14.9M | 2.9K t |
| 2020 | $11.4M | 2.2K t |
| 2019 | $11.0M | 3.6K t |
| 2018 | $6.7M | 1.4K t |
| 2017 | $4.7M | 1.2K t |
Product types under HS 6406
| 6406.10 | Footwear uppers | 71% |
| 6406.20 | Shoe soles and heels | 16% |
| 6406.90 | Footwear components (other) | 14% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6406.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.12 per kg, 38% below the world average of $11.42, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Footwear parts exports from Ethiopia
Exports of footwear parts by Ethiopia reached $275 thousand in 2024 (21 tonnes). Italy alone took 84% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $230K | 84% |
| China | $45K | 16% |
| Canada | $0K | 0.1% |
| Switzerland | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Ethiopia?
The shipment records behind Ethiopia footwear parts imports (HS 6406): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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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 6406: Footwear; parts of footwear; removable in-soles, heel cushions and similar articles; gaiters, le.g.ings and similar articles, and parts thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of footwear parts imported by Ethiopia?
Ethiopia imported footwear parts worth $17.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 60th of 204 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 46% on 2023.
Which countries supply footwear parts to Ethiopia?
China was the largest supplier with 93% of the value ($15.9 million), followed by Italy (4%) and Denmark (2%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 964% on the year.
What is the average import price of footwear parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.12 per kg in 2024, 38% below the world average of $11.42 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of footwear parts to Ethiopia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.7 million in 2017 to $17.2 million in 2024, an increase of 264%. The peak was 2022 at $32.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $16.3 million a year.
Does Ethiopia also export footwear parts?
Yes. Ethiopia exported $275 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Italy, China and Canada. On balance Ethiopia is a net importer of this product, by about $16.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for footwear parts?
The HS code for footwear parts is heading 6406. In Ethiopia the largest six-digit codes were 6406.10 (71% of the value) and 6406.20 (15%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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