Footwear (other materials) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported footwear (other materials) worth $37.7 million (2.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 72% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $135.1 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 | $37.7M | 2.3K t |
| 2023 | $135.1M | 27.7K t |
| 2022 | $74.8M | 25.8K t |
| 2021 | $52.0M | 14.8K t |
| 2020 | $50.0M | 9.6K t |
| 2019 | $63.2M | 7.2K t |
| 2018 | $52.0M | 7.2K t |
| 2017 | $14.5M | 591 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports footwear (other materials) from
The largest suppliers were China (31%), Italy (23%), United States (16%). Among the main suppliers, Pakistan grew fastest (+104% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $11.6M | 31% |
| Italy | $8.8M | 24% |
| United States | $6.1M | 16% |
| France | $2.7M | 7.3% |
| Pakistan | $1.4M | 3.7% |
| Canada | $1.0M | 2.7% |
| Netherlands | $925K | 2.5% |
| Indonesia | $685K | 1.8% |
| India | $655K | 1.7% |
| Germany | $577K | 1.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $16.53 per kg, close to the world average of $16.43.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Footwear (other materials) exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of footwear (other materials) by the United Arab Emirates reached $4.6 million in 2024 (1.3 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Italy (23%), Malaysia (14%), Seychelles (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Malaysia grew fastest (+301% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $1.1M | 23% |
| Malaysia | $668K | 14% |
| Seychelles | $627K | 14% |
| Saudi Arabia | $283K | 6.1% |
| Chile | $261K | 5.6% |
| Netherlands | $169K | 3.6% |
| Mozambique | $141K | 3% |
| Kuwait | $134K | 2.9% |
| France | $126K | 2.7% |
| Senegal | $117K | 2.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates footwear (other materials) imports (HS 6405.90): 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 6405.90: Footwear: n.e.c. in chapter 64.
Common questions
What is the value of footwear (other materials) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported footwear (other materials) worth $37.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 221 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 72% on 2023.
Which countries supply footwear (other materials) to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 31% of the value ($11.6 million), followed by Italy (23%) and the United States (16%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 56 supplier countries in total. Pakistan grew fastest among the top ten, up 104% on the year.
What is the average import price of footwear (other materials) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $16.53 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $16.43 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of footwear (other materials) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $14.5 million in 2017 to $37.7 million in 2024, an increase of 160%. The peak was 2023 at $135.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $59.9 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export footwear (other materials)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $4.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Italy, Malaysia and the Seychelles. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $33.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for footwear (other materials)?
The HS code for footwear (other materials) is subheading 6405.90. 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 6405 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for the United Arab Emirates. Tell us your product to see it live.
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