Textile shoes imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $377.6 million of textile shoes in 2024 (23.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 30% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $538.9 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 | $377.6M | 23.2K t |
| 2023 | $538.9M | 25.5K t |
| 2022 | $482.3M | 22.0K t |
| 2021 | $340.0M | 16.8K t |
| 2020 | $228.7M | 11.0K t |
| 2019 | $334.6M | 16.2K t |
| 2018 | $292.9M | 13.7K t |
| 2017 | $269.3M | 20.6K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports textile shoes from
China alone supplied 65% of it. Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+167% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $246.9M | 65% |
| Italy | $43.7M | 12% |
| France | $26.6M | 7.1% |
| Indonesia | $10.5M | 2.8% |
| India | $8.8M | 2.3% |
| Germany | $4.5M | 1.2% |
| Spain | $4.3M | 1.2% |
| Cambodia | $4.3M | 1.1% |
| Turkey | $3.1M | 0.8% |
| Hong Kong | $2.6M | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $16.27 per kg, 27% below the world average of $22.23, 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.
Textile shoes exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of textile shoes by the United Arab Emirates reached $22.0 million in 2024 (452 tonnes). Most of it went to Kuwait (25%), Italy (23%), Chile (18%). Among the main buyer markets, Kuwait grew fastest (+250% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kuwait | $5.6M | 25% |
| Italy | $5.1M | 23% |
| Chile | $4.0M | 18% |
| United States | $3.8M | 17% |
| Hong Kong | $928K | 4.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $583K | 2.7% |
| Netherlands | $419K | 1.9% |
| Qatar | $352K | 1.6% |
| Sri Lanka | $271K | 1.2% |
| Georgia | $156K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates textile shoes imports (HS 6404.19): 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 6404.19: Footwear: (other than sportswear), with outer soles of rubber or plastics and uppers of textile materials.
Common questions
What is the value of textile shoes imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported textile shoes worth $377.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 23.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 17th of 221 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 30% on 2023.
Which countries supply textile shoes to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 65% of the value ($246.9 million), followed by Italy (12%) and France (7%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 58 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 167% on the year.
What is the average import price of textile shoes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $16.27 per kg in 2024, 27% below the world average of $22.23 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of textile shoes to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $269.3 million in 2017 to $377.6 million in 2024, an increase of 40%. The peak was 2023 at $538.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $358.0 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export textile shoes?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $22.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kuwait, Italy and Chile. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $355.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for textile shoes?
The HS code for textile shoes is subheading 6404.19. 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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