Footwear parts imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of footwear parts by Uganda reached $14.4 million in 2024 (6.3 thousand tonnes). That is 44% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 60% 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 | $14.4M | 6.3K t |
| 2023 | $10.0M | 4.4K t |
| 2022 | $5.6M | 3.0K t |
| 2021 | $2.5M | 1.8K t |
| 2020 | $1.9M | 1.5K t |
| 2019 | $1.9M | 1.4K t |
| 2018 | $1.3M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $546K | 93 t |
Where Uganda imports footwear parts from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 99% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+47% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $14.2M | 99% |
| India | $66K | 0.5% |
| Kenya | $49K | 0.3% |
| Hong Kong | $22K | 0.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $20K | 0.1% |
| Turkey | $20K | 0.1% |
| Slovakia | $13K | 0.1% |
| Vietnam | $12K | 0.1% |
| Poland | $6K | 0% |
| Denmark | $2K | 0% |
Product types under HS 6406
| 6406.10 | Footwear uppers | 45% |
| 6406.90 | Footwear components (other) | 36% |
| 6406.20 | Shoe soles and heels | 19% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6406.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.28 per kg, 80% below the world average of $11.42, 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 parts exports from Uganda
Uganda exported $621 thousand of footwear parts in 2024 (188 tonnes). Rwanda alone took 81% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Rwanda grew fastest (+91% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Rwanda | $505K | 81% |
| DR Congo | $71K | 11% |
| South Sudan | $33K | 5.4% |
| Kenya | $13K | 2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda 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 Uganda?
Uganda imported footwear parts worth $14.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 69th of 204 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 44% on 2023.
Which countries supply footwear parts to Uganda?
China was the largest supplier with 99% of the value ($14.2 million), followed by India (0%) and Kenya (0%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 735% on the year.
What is the average import price of footwear parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.28 per kg in 2024, 80% below 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 Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $546 thousand in 2017 to $14.4 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.8 million a year.
Does Uganda also export footwear parts?
Yes. Uganda exported $621 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Rwanda, the DR Congo and South Sudan. On balance Uganda is a net importer of this product, by about $13.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for footwear parts?
The HS code for footwear parts is heading 6406. In Uganda the largest six-digit codes were 6406.10 (45% of the value) and 6406.90 (36%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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