Footwear parts imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Kenya imported $58.4 million of footwear parts in 2024 (4.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 378% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 52% a year on average.
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 | $58.4M | 4.1K t |
| 2023 | $12.2M | 2.3K t |
| 2022 | $10.3M | 1.5K t |
| 2021 | $6.0M | 2.2K t |
| 2020 | $4.6M | 668 t |
| 2019 | $2.5M | 457 t |
| 2018 | $3.1M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $3.1M | 924 t |
Where Kenya imports footwear parts from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 97% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+404% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $56.6M | 97% |
| India | $1.4M | 2.3% |
| Indonesia | $184K | 0.3% |
| France | $113K | 0.2% |
| Germany | $36K | 0.1% |
| Spain | $28K | 0.1% |
| Uganda | $13K | 0% |
| Mauritius | $9K | 0% |
| Czech Republic | $8K | 0% |
| Vietnam | $5K | 0% |
Product types under HS 6406
| 6406.10 | Footwear uppers | 52% |
| 6406.20 | Shoe soles and heels | 38% |
| 6406.90 | Footwear components (other) | 9.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6406.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $14.29 per kg, 25% above the world average of $11.42. 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.
Footwear parts exports from Kenya
Kenya exported $408 thousand of footwear parts in 2024 (267 tonnes). United States alone took 57% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $231K | 57% |
| Rwanda | $104K | 26% |
| Uganda | $49K | 12% |
| Poland | $11K | 2.7% |
| Tanzania | $5K | 1.3% |
| Burundi | $3K | 0.8% |
| Zambia | $2K | 0.5% |
| Zimbabwe | $1K | 0.2% |
| DR Congo | $1K | 0.2% |
| Malawi | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya 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 Kenya?
Kenya imported footwear parts worth $58.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 34th of 204 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 378% on 2023.
Which countries supply footwear parts to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 97% of the value ($56.6 million), followed by India (2%) and Indonesia (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. The Czech Republic grew fastest among the top ten, up 560% on the year.
What is the average import price of footwear parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $14.29 per kg in 2024, 25% above the world average of $11.42 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of footwear parts to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.1 million in 2017 to $58.4 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $12.5 million a year.
Does Kenya also export footwear parts?
Yes. Kenya exported $408 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Rwanda and Uganda. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $58.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for footwear parts?
The HS code for footwear parts is heading 6406. In Kenya the largest six-digit codes were 6406.10 (52% of the value) and 6406.20 (38%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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