Sports sneakers imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported sports sneakers worth $116.7 million (5.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 75% 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 $463.8 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 | $116.7M | 5.0K t |
| 2023 | $463.8M | 23.4K t |
| 2022 | $419.3M | 19.8K t |
| 2021 | $263.2M | 13.9K t |
| 2020 | $189.1M | 12.8K t |
| 2019 | $252.3M | 16.6K t |
| 2018 | $255.4M | 12.1K t |
| 2017 | $42.8M | 1.9K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports sports sneakers from
Most of the value came from Indonesia (38%), China (16%), Turkey (7%). Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+786% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Indonesia | $43.9M | 38% |
| China | $18.2M | 16% |
| Turkey | $8.0M | 6.9% |
| Belgium | $7.1M | 6.1% |
| Hong Kong | $5.5M | 4.7% |
| Italy | $4.9M | 4.2% |
| India | $4.6M | 3.9% |
| Malaysia | $2.9M | 2.5% |
| United Kingdom | $2.9M | 2.5% |
| Kuwait | $2.4M | 2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $23.13 per kg, 44% below the world average of $40.94, 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.
Sports sneakers exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of sports sneakers by the United Arab Emirates reached $26.9 million in 2024 (436 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 60% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $16.1M | 60% |
| Kuwait | $6.8M | 25% |
| Hong Kong | $1.8M | 6.6% |
| Qatar | $1.0M | 3.9% |
| India | $244K | 0.9% |
| Netherlands | $183K | 0.7% |
| Sri Lanka | $102K | 0.4% |
| Georgia | $96K | 0.4% |
| Kenya | $82K | 0.3% |
| United States | $63K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates sports sneakers imports (HS 6404.11): 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 6404.11: Sports footwear: tennis shoes, basketball shoes, gym shoes, training shoes and the like, with outer soles of rubber or plastics and uppers of textile materials.
Common questions
What is the value of sports sneakers imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported sports sneakers worth $116.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 33rd of 217 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 75% on 2023.
Which countries supply sports sneakers to the United Arab Emirates?
Indonesia was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($43.9 million), followed by China (16%) and Turkey (7%). The top three together account for 60%, out of 51 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 786% on the year.
What is the average import price of sports sneakers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $23.13 per kg in 2024, 44% below the world average of $40.94 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of sports sneakers to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $42.8 million in 2017 to $116.7 million in 2024, an increase of 173%. The peak was 2023 at $463.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $250.3 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export sports sneakers?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $26.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Hong Kong. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $89.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for sports sneakers?
The HS code for sports sneakers is subheading 6404.11. 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 6404 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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