Leather shoes (low-cut) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $158.4 million of leather shoes (low-cut) in 2024 (1.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 7th of 210 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 15% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 11% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $348.3 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 | $158.4M | 1.4K t |
| 2023 | $187.1M | 1.9K t |
| 2022 | $144.6M | 1.9K t |
| 2021 | $158.8M | 1.7K t |
| 2020 | $192.0M | 2.0K t |
| 2019 | $305.9M | 3.5K t |
| 2018 | $335.5M | 3.7K t |
| 2017 | $348.3M | 6.0K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports leather shoes (low-cut) from
Italy alone supplied 59% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $93.6M | 59% |
| France | $17.7M | 11% |
| Spain | $10.8M | 6.8% |
| India | $9.9M | 6.3% |
| Portugal | $5.2M | 3.3% |
| Germany | $4.6M | 2.9% |
| China | $4.5M | 2.9% |
| Turkey | $3.2M | 2% |
| Vietnam | $1.7M | 1.1% |
| Switzerland | $885K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $110.33 per kg, close to the world average of $113.27.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Leather shoes (low-cut) exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported leather shoes (low-cut) worth $70.4 million (904 tonnes). It ranks 10th of 178 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were Italy (24%), United States (11%), France (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 44%. Among the main buyer markets, Ireland grew fastest (+67% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $16.7M | 24% |
| United States | $7.5M | 11% |
| France | $6.9M | 9.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $5.5M | 7.8% |
| Japan | $5.4M | 7.7% |
| Netherlands | $4.6M | 6.5% |
| Hong Kong | $2.7M | 3.8% |
| Germany | $2.6M | 3.7% |
| Ireland | $2.2M | 3.2% |
| South Korea | $1.5M | 2.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom leather shoes (low-cut) imports (HS 6403.59): 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 6403.59: Footwear: n.e.c. in heading no. 6403, (not covering the ankle), outer soles and uppers of leather.
Common questions
What is the value of leather shoes (low-cut) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported leather shoes (low-cut) worth $158.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 210 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was down 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply leather shoes (low-cut) to the United Kingdom?
Italy was the largest supplier with 59% of the value ($93.6 million), followed by France (11%) and Spain (7%). The top three together account for 77%, out of 74 supplier countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 126% on the year.
What is the average import price of leather shoes (low-cut) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $110.33 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $113.27 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of leather shoes (low-cut) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $348.3 million in 2017 to $158.4 million in 2024, a fall of 55%. The peak was 2017 at $348.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $228.8 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export leather shoes (low-cut)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $70.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Italy, the United States and France. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $88.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for leather shoes (low-cut)?
The HS code for leather shoes (low-cut) is subheading 6403.59. 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 6403 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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