Footwear components (other) imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of footwear components (other) by Uganda reached $5.2 million in 2024 (2.3 thousand tonnes). Value rose 57% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 42% 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 | $5.2M | 2.3K t |
| 2023 | $3.3M | 1.6K t |
| 2022 | $1.1M | 686 t |
| 2021 | $585K | 386 t |
| 2020 | $574K | 328 t |
| 2019 | $720K | 448 t |
| 2018 | $453K | 216 t |
| 2017 | $436K | 74 t |
Where Uganda imports footwear components (other) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 99% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+65% on the year before).
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.23 per kg, 76% below the world average of $9.25, 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 components (other) exports from Uganda
In 2024, Uganda exported footwear components (other) worth $470 thousand (111 tonnes). Rwanda alone took 99% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Rwanda grew fastest (+76% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Rwanda | $465K | 99% |
| Kenya | $4K | 0.8% |
| DR Congo | $2K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda footwear components (other) imports (HS 6406.90): 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 6406.90: Footwear: parts, n.e.c. in heading 6406.
Common questions
What is the value of footwear components (other) imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported footwear components (other) worth $5.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 59th of 202 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 57% on 2023.
Which countries supply footwear components (other) to Uganda?
China was the largest supplier with 99% of the value ($5.1 million), followed by Kenya (0%) and Vietnam (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 12 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 65% on the year.
What is the average import price of footwear components (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.23 per kg in 2024, 76% below the world average of $9.25 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of footwear components (other) to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $436 thousand in 2017 to $5.2 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.5 million a year.
Does Uganda also export footwear components (other)?
Yes. Uganda exported $470 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Rwanda, Kenya and the DR Congo. On balance Uganda is a net importer of this product, by about $4.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for footwear components (other)?
The HS code for footwear components (other) is subheading 6406.90. 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?
EximDataX has a direct customs feed for Uganda, so the importers and exporters behind these totals are visible by name, shipment by shipment. Ask for a live look at your product.
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