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China - Footwear with uppers of leather - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Aug 8, 2023

China's Leather Footwear Export Sees Prominent Surge, Reaching $807M in June 2023

China Leather Footwear Exports

In June 2023, leather footwear exports from China soared to 55M pairs, growing by 19% compared with May 2023 figures. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in March 2023 when exports increased by 51% month-to-month. The exports peaked at 70M pairs in August 2022; however, from September 2022 to June 2023, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, leather footwear exports skyrocketed to $807M (IndexBox estimates) in June 2023. Overall, exports, however, showed a slight decrease. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in March 2023 when exports increased by 48% m-o-m. The exports peaked at 1.2B pairs in August 2022; however, from September 2022 to June 2023, the exports failed to regain momentum.

COUNTRYExport Value of Leather Footwear in China (million USD)
Jun 2022Jul 2022Aug 2022Sep 2022Oct 2022Nov 2022Dec 2022Jan 2023Feb 2023Mar 2023Apr 2023May 2023Jun 2023
United States33937330923618216320121273.7131146195210
Russia43.173.111153.541.041.366.911062.925.736.570.8112
Italy34.634.723.216.819.323.125.621.93.88.612.521.532.5
Netherlands43.438.834.628.928.123.720.118.66.715.023.926.229.9
Germany41.436.642.428.432.245.429.131.512.019.524.025.228.5
Malaysia25.628.821.029.627.724.225.118.914.940.519.513.124.8
Philippines27.936.347.641.033.222.324.120.617.033.826.818.122.6
Australia30.131.032.333.926.822.428.133.713.527.619.815.921.8
Singapore9.010.512.514.913.615.921.612.011.128.215.012.021.2
Spain19.428.219.015.815.815.821.818.83.39.810.915.720.0
United Kingdom29.329.628.321.518.516.918.819.69.113.015.615.416.7
Benin1.11.30.80.60.2N/A0.7< 0.1< 0.10.2N/A1.65.7
Nigeria2.21.52.21.90.50.40.81.00.11.31.15.14.5
Others328413474381260284296295171234201265257
Total9731,1371,158904699698780814399588552701807

Exports by Country

The United States (12M pairs), Russia (6.4M pairs) and the Philippines (2.3M pairs) were the main destinations of leather footwear exports from China, with a combined 37% share of total exports. These countries were followed by Malaysia, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Singapore, Australia, Spain, the UK, Benin and Nigeria, which together accounted for a further 26%.

From June 2022 to June 2023, the biggest increases were in Benin (with a CAGR of +19.3%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for leather footwear exported from China were the United States ($210M), Russia ($112M) and Italy ($32M), together accounting for 44% of total exports. the Netherlands, Germany, Malaysia, the Philippines, Australia, Singapore, Spain, the UK, Benin and Nigeria lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 24%.

Benin, with a CAGR of +14.8%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Exports by Type

Footwear, sole rubber, plastics uppers of leather, nes (41M pairs) was the largest type of leather footwear exported from China, accounting for a 74% share of total exports. Moreover, footwear, sole rubber, plastics uppers of leather, nes exceeded the volume of the second product type, boots, sole rubber or plastic upper leather, nes (11M pairs), fourfold. Footwear, nes, uppers leather (1.8M pairs) ranked third in terms of total exports with a 3.4% share.

From June 2022 to June 2023, the average monthly growth rate of the volume of export of footwear, sole rubber, plastics uppers of leather, nes was relatively modest. With regard to the other exported products, the following average monthly rates of growth were recorded: boots, sole rubber or plastic upper leather, nes (-1.0% per month) and footwear, nes, uppers leather (-0.3% per month).

In value terms, footwear, sole rubber, plastics uppers of leather, nes ($527M) remains the largest type of leather footwear exported from China, comprising 65% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by boots, sole rubber or plastic upper leather, nes ($247M), with a 31% share of total exports. It was followed by footwear, nes, uppers leather, with a 3% share.

From June 2022 to June 2023, the average monthly rate of growth in terms of the export volume of footwear, sole rubber, plastics uppers of leather, nes totaled -1.8%. With regard to the other exported products, the following average monthly rates of growth were recorded: boots, sole rubber or plastic upper leather, nes (-1.1% per month) and footwear, nes, uppers leather (+1.4% per month).

Export Prices by Country

In June 2023, the leather footwear price amounted to $14.8 per pair (FOB, China), falling by -2.8% against the previous month. Over the period under review, the export price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in July 2022 when the average export price increased by 2.9% against the previous month. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $16,849 per thousand pairs. From August 2022 to June 2023, the the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major external markets. In June 2023, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($20.0 per pair), while the average price for exports to Nigeria ($4.6 per pair) was amongst the lowest.

From June 2022 to June 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Singapore (+2.3%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the leather footwear market in China. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

  • Prodcom 15201330 - Footwear with a wooden base and leather uppers (including clogs) (excluding with an inner sole or a protective metal toecap)
  • Prodcom 15201351 - Men
  • Prodcom 15201352 - Women
  • Prodcom 15201353 - Children
  • Prodcom 15201361 - Men
  • Prodcom 15201362 - Women
  • Prodcom 15201363 - Children
  • Prodcom 15201370 - Slippers and other indoor footwear with rubber, plastic or leather outer soles and leather uppers (including dancing and bedroom slippers, mules)
  • Prodcom 15201380 - Footwear with wood, cork or other outer soles and leather uppers (excluding outer soles of rubber, plastics or leather)

Country coverage:

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in China
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

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    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

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  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
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    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
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  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

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    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
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    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

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    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
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    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE

  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
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    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2023
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    3. Market Value, 2012–2023
    4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
    5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023

  12. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    2. Market Value, 2012–2023
    3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
    5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
    6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
    7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
    8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    14. Production Volume And Growth
    15. Exports And Growth
    16. Export Prices And Growth
    17. Market Size And Growth
    18. Per Capita Consumption
    19. Imports And Growth
    20. Import Prices
    21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023

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