Leather sandals imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $18.8 million of leather sandals in 2024 (266 tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 189 countries. Value rose 17% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 23% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $116.5 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 | $18.8M | 266 t |
| 2023 | $16.1M | 224 t |
| 2022 | $19.8M | 245 t |
| 2021 | $69.6M | 4.5K t |
| 2020 | $45.8M | 3.2K t |
| 2019 | $12.6M | 275 t |
| 2018 | $13.1M | 268 t |
| 2017 | $116.5M | 1.6K t |
Where the United States imports leather sandals from
Most of the value came from Italy (36%), Germany (12%), Vietnam (12%). Among the main suppliers, Cambodia grew fastest (+578% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $6.8M | 36% |
| Germany | $2.3M | 13% |
| Vietnam | $2.3M | 12% |
| Spain | $1.6M | 8.7% |
| Greece | $1.1M | 5.6% |
| China | $878K | 4.7% |
| Guatemala | $690K | 3.7% |
| Pakistan | $626K | 3.3% |
| Cambodia | $385K | 2.1% |
| India | $383K | 2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $70.73 per kg, 165% above the world average of $26.73. 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 sandals exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported leather sandals worth $8.4 million (108 tonnes). It ranks 4th of 140 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were Japan (24%), Bahamas (18%), Qatar (12%). Among the main buyer markets, South Korea grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $2.0M | 24% |
| Bahamas | $1.5M | 18% |
| Qatar | $1.0M | 12% |
| Mexico | $972K | 12% |
| Greece | $601K | 7.1% |
| Canada | $301K | 3.6% |
| Netherlands | $171K | 2% |
| Denmark | $132K | 1.6% |
| Hong Kong | $126K | 1.5% |
| South Korea | $113K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States leather sandals imports (HS 6403.20): 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 6403.20: Footwear: with outer soles of leather, uppers consisting of leather straps across instep and around the big toe.
Common questions
What is the value of leather sandals imported by the United States?
The United States imported leather sandals worth $18.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 266 tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 189 countries worldwide, with 12% of world imports. The value was up 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply leather sandals to the United States?
Italy was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($6.8 million), followed by Germany (12%) and Vietnam (12%). The top three together account for 60%, out of 58 supplier countries in total. Cambodia grew fastest among the top ten, up 578% on the year.
What is the average import price of leather sandals per kg?
The average declared import value was about $70.73 per kg in 2024, 165% above the world average of $26.73 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 sandals to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $116.5 million in 2017 to $18.8 million in 2024, a fall of 84%. The peak was 2017 at $116.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $39.0 million a year.
Does the United States also export leather sandals?
Yes. The United States exported $8.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Japan, the Bahamas and Qatar. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $10.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for leather sandals?
The HS code for leather sandals is subheading 6403.20. 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.
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