Footwear components (other) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported footwear components (other) worth $5.3 million (453 tonnes). Value rose 12% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 11% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $12.1 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 | $5.3M | 453 t |
| 2023 | $4.7M | 304 t |
| 2022 | $3.4M | 244 t |
| 2021 | $3.4M | 199 t |
| 2020 | $2.4M | 135 t |
| 2019 | $3.8M | 236 t |
| 2018 | $5.3M | 252 t |
| 2017 | $12.1M | 860 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports footwear components (other) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 60% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+89% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.2M | 60% |
| Germany | $298K | 5.6% |
| United States | $255K | 4.8% |
| Italy | $254K | 4.8% |
| India | $227K | 4.3% |
| France | $132K | 2.5% |
| Spain | $110K | 2.1% |
| Finland | $104K | 2% |
| Belgium | $102K | 1.9% |
| Kuwait | $84K | 1.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.71 per kg, 27% above the world average of $9.25. 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.
Footwear components (other) exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported footwear components (other) worth $828 thousand (68 tonnes). India alone took 64% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Italy grew fastest (+969% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $534K | 65% |
| Mozambique | $87K | 11% |
| Pakistan | $72K | 8.6% |
| Italy | $65K | 7.8% |
| South Korea | $47K | 5.6% |
| Australia | $9K | 1.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $2K | 0.3% |
| Denmark | $2K | 0.2% |
| Turkey | $2K | 0.2% |
| Kuwait | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates 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 the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported footwear components (other) worth $5.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 453 tonnes. That ranks it 58th of 202 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply footwear components (other) to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 60% of the value ($3.2 million), followed by Germany (6%) and the United States (5%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 40 supplier countries in total. Kuwait grew fastest among the top ten, up 436% on the year.
What is the average import price of footwear components (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $11.71 per kg in 2024, 27% above the world average of $9.25 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of footwear components (other) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.1 million in 2017 to $5.3 million in 2024, a fall of 56%. The peak was 2017 at $12.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.1 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export footwear components (other)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $828 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to India, Mozambique and Pakistan. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $4.5 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.
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