Shoe soles and heels imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Turkey imported shoe soles and heels worth $41.8 million (4.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 185 countries. Value rose 19% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% 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 | $41.8M | 4.3K t |
| 2023 | $35.2M | 3.8K t |
| 2022 | $42.4M | 4.3K t |
| 2021 | $23.7M | 2.7K t |
| 2020 | $18.4M | 2.8K t |
| 2019 | $12.4M | 1.9K t |
| 2018 | $14.1M | 2.3K t |
| 2017 | $20.9M | 2.9K t |
Where Turkey imports shoe soles and heels from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 79% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+38% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $33.2M | 80% |
| Italy | $5.8M | 14% |
| Vietnam | $907K | 2.2% |
| Albania | $407K | 1% |
| Spain | $405K | 1% |
| Czech Republic | $393K | 0.9% |
| Ukraine | $329K | 0.8% |
| Portugal | $90K | 0.2% |
| Indonesia | $68K | 0.2% |
| India | $60K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.78 per kg, 27% 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.
Shoe soles and heels exports from Turkey
In 2024, Turkey exported shoe soles and heels worth $13.0 million (2.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Morocco (11%), Romania (10%), Belarus (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 29%. Among the main buyer markets, Kyrgyzstan grew fastest (+280% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Morocco | $1.5M | 11% |
| Romania | $1.3M | 9.9% |
| Belarus | $1.0M | 7.9% |
| Georgia | $807K | 6.2% |
| Russia | $799K | 6.1% |
| Armenia | $746K | 5.7% |
| Kyrgyzstan | $633K | 4.9% |
| Azerbaijan | $571K | 4.4% |
| Ukraine | $525K | 4% |
| Iran | $499K | 3.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey 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 Turkey?
Turkey imported shoe soles and heels worth $41.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 185 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 19% on 2023.
Which countries supply shoe soles and heels to Turkey?
China was the largest supplier with 79% of the value ($33.2 million), followed by Italy (14%) and Vietnam (2%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 47 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 316% on the year.
What is the average import price of shoe soles and heels per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.78 per kg in 2024, 27% above the world average of $7.72 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of shoe soles and heels to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $20.9 million in 2017 to $41.8 million in 2024, an increase of 100%. The peak was 2022 at $42.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $26.1 million a year.
Does Turkey also export shoe soles and heels?
Yes. Turkey exported $13.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Morocco, Romania and Belarus. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $28.8 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; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Turkey. Tell us your product to see it live.
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