Plastic sandals and flip-flops exports from Turkey: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of plastic sandals and flip-flops by Turkey reached $6.9 million in 2024 (569 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Value fell 8% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6.9M | 569 t |
| 2023 | $7.5M | 2.0K t |
| 2022 | $6.9M | 1.0K t |
| 2021 | $4.4M | 709 t |
| 2020 | $3.1M | 380 t |
| 2019 | $5.3M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $5.2M | 849 t |
| 2017 | $5.8M | 954 t |
Where Turkey exports plastic sandals and flip-flops to
The largest buyer markets were Saudi Arabia (37%), Italy (8%), Iraq (7%). Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+353% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $2.6M | 37% |
| Italy | $576K | 8.3% |
| Iraq | $454K | 6.6% |
| Greece | $380K | 5.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $365K | 5.3% |
| Azerbaijan | $299K | 4.3% |
| Hungary | $272K | 3.9% |
| Kenya | $248K | 3.6% |
| Germany | $198K | 2.9% |
| Portugal | $117K | 1.7% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.14 per kg, 98% above the world average of $6.12. 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.
Plastic sandals and flip-flops imports to Turkey
Turkey imported $3.2 million of plastic sandals and flip-flops in 2024 (195 tonnes). Most of the value came from China (41%), Brazil (29%), Italy (10%). Among the main suppliers, Vietnam grew fastest (+319% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.3M | 41% |
| Brazil | $938K | 29% |
| Italy | $327K | 10% |
| Vietnam | $191K | 6% |
| Greece | $99K | 3.1% |
| Bangladesh | $54K | 1.7% |
| Kazakhstan | $39K | 1.2% |
| Denmark | $38K | 1.2% |
| Netherlands | $38K | 1.2% |
| Germany | $36K | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey plastic sandals and flip-flops exports (HS 6402.20): 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 6402.20: Footwear: with outer soles and uppers of rubber or plastics, upper straps or thongs assembled to the sole by plugs.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic sandals and flip-flops exported by Turkey?
Turkey exported plastic sandals and flip-flops worth $6.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 569 tonnes. That ranks it 16th of 162 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was down 8% on 2023.
Which countries buy plastic sandals and flip-flops from Turkey?
Saudi Arabia was the largest buyer with 37% of the value ($2.6 million), followed by Italy (8%) and Iraq (7%). The top three together account for 52%, out of 105 buyer countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 353% on the year.
What is the average export price of plastic sandals and flip-flops per kg?
The average declared export value was about $12.14 per kg in 2024, 98% above the world average of $6.12 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of plastic sandals and flip-flops from Turkey changed since 2017?
Exports went from $5.8 million in 2017 to $6.9 million in 2024, an increase of 19%. The peak was 2023 at $7.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.6 million a year.
Does Turkey also import plastic sandals and flip-flops?
Yes. Turkey imported $3.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Brazil and Italy. On balance Turkey is a net exporter of this product, by about $3.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic sandals and flip-flops?
The HS code for plastic sandals and flip-flops is subheading 6402.20. 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 6402 page.
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