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Global Leather Footwear Market 2025

Leather Footwear Market Size

The global leather footwear market expanded remarkably to $X in 2021, growing by 5.2% against the previous year. In general, consumption, however, showed a slight curtailment. Global consumption peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Leather Footwear Production

In value terms, leather footwear production reached $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, recorded a slight decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 7.8%. Global production peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, production failed to regain momentum.

Leather Footwear Exports

Exports

In 2021, global leather footwear exports skyrocketed to X tons, rising by 17% against 2020 figures. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 28% against the previous year. The global exports peaked at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, leather footwear exports soared to $X in 2021. Overall, exports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the global exports hit record highs at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

In 2021, China (X tons) represented the key exporter of leather footwear, comprising 34% of total exports. It was distantly followed by Vietnam (X tons), Italy (X tons) and Belgium (X tons), together generating a 27% share of total exports. Germany (X tons), Portugal (X tons), Indonesia (X tons), the Netherlands (X tons), Bangladesh (X tons), Spain (X tons), Poland (X tons), Turkey (X tons) and Cambodia (X tons) took a relatively small share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main exporting countries, was attained by Bangladesh (with a CAGR of +14.5%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, China ($X), Vietnam ($X) and Italy ($X) were the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2021, together accounting for 47% of global exports. These countries were followed by Germany, Belgium, the Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, Poland, Cambodia, Bangladesh, Indonesia and Turkey, which together accounted for a further 31%.

Among the main exporting countries, Bangladesh, with a CAGR of +19.7%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average leather footwear export price stood at $X per kg in 2021, remaining constant against the previous year. Over the last nine-year period, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.4%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the average export price increased by 27%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per kg. From 2017 to 2021, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Italy ($X per kg), while Turkey ($X per kg) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Bangladesh (+4.5%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Leather Footwear Imports

Imports

Global leather footwear imports expanded remarkably to X tons in 2021, picking up by 10% compared with the previous year. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a slight descent. Over the period under review, global imports reached the maximum at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, leather footwear imports rose markedly to $X in 2021. Overall, imports, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Global imports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, the United States (X tons), distantly followed by Germany (X tons), Belgium (X tons), France (X tons) and the UK (X tons) represented the main importers of leather footwear, together achieving 47% of total imports. The following importers - China (X tons), Italy (X tons), the Netherlands (X tons), Russia (X tons), Poland (X tons), Spain (X tons), Japan (X tons) and Hong Kong SAR (X tons) - together made up 25% of total imports.

Imports into the United States decreased at an average annual rate of -1.4% from 2012 to 2021. At the same time, China (+15.4%), Poland (+13.0%) and Belgium (+8.2%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, China emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in the world, with a CAGR of +15.4% from 2012-2021. Germany and the Netherlands experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. By contrast, France (-1.4%), Spain (-1.5%), Japan (-3.0%), Italy (-5.2%), the UK (-6.4%), Russia (-7.3%) and Hong Kong SAR (-16.0%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. From 2012 to 2021, the share of Belgium, China and Poland increased by +3.9, +3.3 and +2.1 percentage points, respectively. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, the largest leather footwear importing markets worldwide were the United States ($X), Germany ($X) and France ($X), together accounting for 38% of global imports. These countries were followed by China, the Netherlands, Italy, Belgium, the UK, Russia, Poland, Spain, Japan and Hong Kong SAR, which together accounted for a further 35%.

China, with a CAGR of +13.8%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, among the main importing countries over the period under review, while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average leather footwear import price amounted to $X per kg, surging by 3.9% against the previous year. Over the last nine-year period, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.4%. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 an increase of 5.5%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure in 2021 and is likely to continue growth in the near future.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was France ($X per kg), while Belgium ($X per kg) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Russia (+4.5%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global leather footwear market. 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:

Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:

+ the largest producing countries

Data coverage:

Global market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Global production, split by region and country
Global trade (exports and imports)
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
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
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. GLOBAL IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. GLOBAL EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES

The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- United States
- China
- Japan
- Germany
- United Kingdom
- France
- Brazil
- Italy
- Russian Federation
- India
- Canada
- Australia
- Republic of Korea
- Spain
- Mexico
- Indonesia
- Netherlands
- Turkey
- Saudi Arabia
- Switzerland
- Sweden
- Nigeria
- Poland
- Belgium
- Argentina
- Norway
- Austria
- Thailand
- United Arab Emirates
- Colombia
- Denmark
- South Africa
- Malaysia
- Israel
- Singapore
- Egypt
- Philippines
- Finland
- Chile
- Ireland
- Pakistan
- Greece
- Portugal
- Kazakhstan
- Algeria
- Czech Republic
- Qatar
- Peru
- Romania
- Vietnam
LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2024
5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Consumption, By Country, 2024
4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
10. Production Volume And Growth
11. Exports And Growth
12. Export Prices And Growth
13. Market Size And Growth
14. Per Capita Consumption
15. Imports And Growth
16. Import Prices
17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
19. Production, By Country, 2024
20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
32. Export Prices, 2012–2024