Shoe soles and heels imports in Mozambique: data, top suppliers and prices
Mozambique imported $4.8 million of shoe soles and heels in 2024 (465 tonnes). That is 37% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 46% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $8.3 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 | $4.8M | 465 t |
| 2023 | $7.7M | 554 t |
| 2022 | $1.5M | 451 t |
| 2021 | $8.3M | 639 t |
| 2020 | $1.9M | 215 t |
| 2019 | $183K | 128 t |
| 2018 | $193K | 94 t |
| 2017 | $335K | 350 t |
Where Mozambique imports shoe soles and heels from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 100% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.8M | 100% |
| South Africa | $4K | 0.1% |
| Hong Kong | $1K | 0% |
| India | $1K | 0% |
| Portugal | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.41 per kg, 35% above the world average of $7.72. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Mozambique?
The shipment records behind Mozambique shoe soles and heels imports (HS 6406.20): 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 6406.20: Footwear: parts, outer soles and heels, of rubber or plastics.
Common questions
What is the value of shoe soles and heels imported by Mozambique?
Mozambique imported shoe soles and heels worth $4.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 465 tonnes. That ranks it 59th of 185 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 37% on 2023.
Which countries supply shoe soles and heels to Mozambique?
China was the largest supplier with 100% of the value ($4.8 million), followed by South Africa (0%) and Hong Kong (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 5 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of shoe soles and heels per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.41 per kg in 2024, 35% above the world average of $7.72 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of shoe soles and heels to Mozambique changed since 2017?
Imports went from $335 thousand in 2017 to $4.8 million in 2024. The peak was 2021 at $8.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for shoe soles and heels?
The HS code for shoe soles and heels is subheading 6406.20. 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 6406 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for Mozambique. Tell us your product to see it live.
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