Shoe soles and heels imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported shoe soles and heels worth $40.8 million (2.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value rose 6% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $56.2 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 | $40.8M | 2.6K t |
| 2023 | $38.5M | 1.8K t |
| 2022 | $56.2M | 3.2K t |
| 2021 | $40.6M | 3.0K t |
| 2020 | $26.2M | 1.6K t |
| 2019 | $41.1M | 3.4K t |
| 2018 | $39.6M | 3.2K t |
| 2017 | $47.9M | 4.4K t |
Where the United States imports shoe soles and heels from
One supplier dominates: Vietnam accounted for 53% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Vietnam grew fastest (+57% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Vietnam | $21.5M | 53% |
| China | $14.3M | 35% |
| Italy | $945K | 2.3% |
| Mexico | $652K | 1.6% |
| Taiwan | $623K | 1.5% |
| United Kingdom | $369K | 0.9% |
| Guatemala | $283K | 0.7% |
| Morocco | $276K | 0.7% |
| Portugal | $246K | 0.6% |
| Thailand | $186K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $15.63 per kg, 102% above the world average of $7.72. 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.
Shoe soles and heels exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported shoe soles and heels worth $10.1 million (628 tonnes). Most of it went to Dominican Republic (36%), Canada (12%), Mexico (12%). Among the main buyer markets, El Salvador grew fastest (+58% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Dominican Republic | $3.7M | 36% |
| Canada | $1.2M | 12% |
| Mexico | $1.2M | 12% |
| Italy | $1.0M | 10% |
| Japan | $754K | 7.5% |
| El Salvador | $573K | 5.7% |
| Spain | $308K | 3.1% |
| Portugal | $141K | 1.4% |
| South Korea | $136K | 1.4% |
| France | $130K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States shoe soles and heels imports (HS 6406.20): 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 6406.20: Footwear: parts, outer soles and heels, of rubber or plastics.
Common questions
What is the value of shoe soles and heels imported by the United States?
The United States imported shoe soles and heels worth $40.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 11th of 185 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply shoe soles and heels to the United States?
Vietnam was the largest supplier with 53% of the value ($21.5 million), followed by China (35%) and Italy (2%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 51 supplier countries in total. Portugal grew fastest among the top ten, up 121% on the year.
What is the average import price of shoe soles and heels per kg?
The average declared import value was about $15.63 per kg in 2024, 102% above the world average of $7.72 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of shoe soles and heels to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $47.9 million in 2017 to $40.8 million in 2024, a fall of 15%. The peak was 2022 at $56.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $41.4 million a year.
Does the United States also export shoe soles and heels?
Yes. The United States exported $10.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Dominican Republic, Canada and Mexico. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $30.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for shoe soles and heels?
The HS code for shoe soles and heels is subheading 6406.20. 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 6406 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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