Leather gloves (non-sport) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of leather gloves (non-sport) by the United States reached $336.8 million in 2024 (16.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 219 countries for imports of this product. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $336.8M | 16.0K t |
| 2023 | $330.5M | 12.9K t |
| 2022 | $392.7M | 15.6K t |
| 2021 | $319.5M | 13.5K t |
| 2020 | $303.7M | 14.1K t |
| 2019 | $368.3M | 18.0K t |
| 2018 | $401.1M | 21.3K t |
| 2017 | $352.2M | 18.2K t |
Where the United States imports leather gloves (non-sport) from
The largest suppliers were Pakistan (33%), China (25%), India (19%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | $112.6M | 33% |
| China | $83.4M | 25% |
| India | $64.3M | 19% |
| Cambodia | $23.3M | 6.9% |
| Indonesia | $16.2M | 4.8% |
| Philippines | $8.3M | 2.5% |
| Bangladesh | $7.4M | 2.2% |
| Vietnam | $5.9M | 1.8% |
| Italy | $3.4M | 1% |
| Canada | $2.6M | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $21.02 per kg, 45% above the world average of $14.50. 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.
Leather gloves (non-sport) exports from the United States
The United States exported $9.9 million of leather gloves (non-sport) in 2024 (393 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Canada (16%), Australia (6%), Mexico (6%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 28%. Among the main buyer markets, Australia grew fastest (+129% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $1.6M | 16% |
| Australia | $617K | 6.2% |
| Mexico | $604K | 6.1% |
| Bahamas | $559K | 5.7% |
| Chile | $428K | 4.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $422K | 4.3% |
| Dominican Republic | $360K | 3.6% |
| Guyana | $357K | 3.6% |
| Nigeria | $279K | 2.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $265K | 2.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States leather gloves (non-sport) imports (HS 4203.29): 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 4203.29: Clothing accessories: gloves, mittens and mitts, n.e.c. in heading no. 4203, of leather or composition leather, not specially designed for use in sports.
Common questions
What is the value of leather gloves (non-sport) imported by the United States?
The United States imported leather gloves (non-sport) worth $336.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 16.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 219 countries worldwide, with 24% of world imports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply leather gloves (non-sport) to the United States?
Pakistan was the largest supplier with 33% of the value ($112.6 million), followed by China (25%) and India (19%). The top three together account for 77%, out of 84 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 31% on the year.
What is the average import price of leather gloves (non-sport) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $21.02 per kg in 2024, 45% above the world average of $14.50 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of leather gloves (non-sport) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $352.2 million in 2017 to $336.8 million in 2024, a fall of 4%. The peak was 2018 at $401.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $350.6 million a year.
Does the United States also export leather gloves (non-sport)?
Yes. The United States exported $9.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Australia and Mexico. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $326.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for leather gloves (non-sport)?
The HS code for leather gloves (non-sport) is subheading 4203.29. It sits in HS chapter 42 (articles of leather; saddlery and harness; travel goods, handbags and similar containers; articles of animal gut (other than silk-worm gut)). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4203 page.
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