Waterproof rubber footwear imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
Zimbabwe imported $3.1 million of waterproof rubber footwear in 2024 (440 tonnes). Value fell 22% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $4.0 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 | $3.1M | 440 t |
| 2023 | $4.0M | 397 t |
| 2022 | $3.5M | 356 t |
| 2021 | $3.1M | 406 t |
| 2020 | $1.9M | 214 t |
| 2019 | $1.8M | 262 t |
| 2018 | $1.9M | 202 t |
| 2017 | $2.3M | 187 t |
Where Zimbabwe imports waterproof rubber footwear from
One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 95% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $3.0M | 95% |
| China | $144K | 4.6% |
| Singapore | $8K | 0.3% |
| Botswana | $4K | 0.1% |
| India | $2K | 0.1% |
| Hong Kong | $2K | 0.1% |
| United States | $1K | 0% |
| Germany | $1K | 0% |
| Mozambique | $0K | 0% |
| United Arab Emirates | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 6401
| 6401.92 | Waterproof rubber boots | 73% |
| 6401.10 | Waterproof steel-toe boots | 25% |
| 6401.99 | Waterproof rubber footwear (other) | 2.9% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6401.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.10 per kg, close to the world average of $7.50.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Waterproof rubber footwear exports from Zimbabwe
Exports of waterproof rubber footwear by Zimbabwe reached $296 thousand in 2024 (187 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Zambia accounted for 79% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Zambia grew fastest (+76% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $235K | 79% |
| Malawi | $61K | 21% |
| Switzerland | $0K | 0% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zimbabwe?
The shipment records behind Zimbabwe waterproof rubber footwear imports (HS 6401): 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 6401: Footwear; waterproof, with outer soles and uppers of rubber or plastics, (uppers not fixed to the sole nor assembled by stitch, rivet, nail, screw, plug or similar).
Common questions
What is the value of waterproof rubber footwear imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported waterproof rubber footwear worth $3.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 440 tonnes. That ranks it 67th of 220 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 22% on 2023.
Which countries supply waterproof rubber footwear to Zimbabwe?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 95% of the value ($3.0 million), followed by China (5%) and Singapore (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. Mozambique grew fastest among the top ten, up 646% on the year.
What is the average import price of waterproof rubber footwear per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.10 per kg in 2024, 5% below the world average of $7.50 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of waterproof rubber footwear to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.3 million in 2017 to $3.1 million in 2024, an increase of 39%. The peak was 2023 at $4.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.7 million a year.
Does Zimbabwe also export waterproof rubber footwear?
Yes. Zimbabwe exported $296 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zambia, Malawi and Switzerland. On balance Zimbabwe is a net importer of this product, by about $2.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for waterproof rubber footwear?
The HS code for waterproof rubber footwear is heading 6401. In Zimbabwe the largest six-digit codes were 6401.92 (73% of the value) and 6401.10 (25%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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