Shoe soles and heels imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of shoe soles and heels by Zambia reached $2.4 million in 2024 (1.4 thousand tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 31% a year on average.
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 | $2.4M | 1.4K t |
| 2023 | $2.3M | 1.3K t |
| 2022 | $1.7M | 1.1K t |
| 2021 | $953K | 894 t |
| 2020 | $346K | 30 t |
| 2019 | $310K | 27 t |
| 2018 | $428K | 69 t |
| 2017 | $368K | 36 t |
Where Zambia imports shoe soles and heels from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 66% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Zimbabwe grew fastest (+108% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.6M | 66% |
| India | $507K | 21% |
| South Africa | $166K | 7% |
| Zimbabwe | $128K | 5.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.75 per kg, 77% below the world average of $7.72, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia 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 Zambia?
Zambia imported shoe soles and heels worth $2.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 75th of 185 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply shoe soles and heels to Zambia?
China was the largest supplier with 66% of the value ($1.6 million), followed by India (21%) and South Africa (7%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 4 supplier countries in total. Zimbabwe grew fastest among the top ten, up 108% on the year.
What is the average import price of shoe soles and heels per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.75 per kg in 2024, 77% below 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 Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $368 thousand in 2017 to $2.4 million in 2024, an increase of 545%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.1 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?
For Zambia, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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