Footwear uppers imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported footwear uppers worth $82.6 million (2.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value fell 6% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 5% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $129.4 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 | $82.6M | 2.2K t |
| 2023 | $87.7M | 2.4K t |
| 2022 | $129.4M | 3.4K t |
| 2021 | $91.1M | 2.3K t |
| 2020 | $65.0M | 2.0K t |
| 2019 | $96.9M | 2.3K t |
| 2018 | $96.2M | 2.4K t |
| 2017 | $118.6M | 3.3K t |
Where the United States imports footwear uppers from
The largest suppliers were Guatemala (27%), Dominican Republic (24%), Mexico (19%). Among the main suppliers, Guatemala grew fastest (+114% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Guatemala | $22.1M | 27% |
| Dominican Republic | $19.8M | 24% |
| Mexico | $16.1M | 20% |
| Vietnam | $11.4M | 14% |
| China | $5.5M | 6.7% |
| Thailand | $2.2M | 2.7% |
| Canada | $925K | 1.1% |
| South Korea | $755K | 0.9% |
| Cambodia | $598K | 0.7% |
| India | $489K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $37.93 per kg, 59% above the world average of $23.80. 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 uppers exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported footwear uppers worth $14.2 million (826 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Mexico accounted for 54% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $7.7M | 54% |
| Dominican Republic | $5.0M | 36% |
| Indonesia | $759K | 5.3% |
| Canada | $213K | 1.5% |
| Philippines | $66K | 0.5% |
| Uruguay | $54K | 0.4% |
| Guatemala | $41K | 0.3% |
| Malaysia | $39K | 0.3% |
| Argentina | $34K | 0.2% |
| Qatar | $25K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States footwear uppers imports (HS 6406.10): 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 6406.10: Footwear: parts, uppers and parts thereof, other than stiffeners.
Common questions
What is the value of footwear uppers imported by the United States?
The United States imported footwear uppers worth $82.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 179 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply footwear uppers to the United States?
Guatemala was the largest supplier with 27% of the value ($22.1 million), followed by the Dominican Republic (24%) and Mexico (19%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 49 supplier countries in total. Guatemala grew fastest among the top ten, up 114% on the year.
What is the average import price of footwear uppers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $37.93 per kg in 2024, 59% above the world average of $23.80 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 uppers to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $118.6 million in 2017 to $82.6 million in 2024, a fall of 30%. The peak was 2022 at $129.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $95.9 million a year.
Does the United States also export footwear uppers?
Yes. The United States exported $14.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, the Dominican Republic and Indonesia. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $68.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for footwear uppers?
The HS code for footwear uppers is subheading 6406.10. 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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