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Global Footwear Treatments Market 2025

Footwear Treatments Market Size

In 2022, the global footwear treatments market increased by 4% to $X for the first time since 2017, thus ending a four-year declining trend. Over the period under review, consumption, however, showed a mild decline. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 when the market value increased by 5%. Over the period under review, the global market attained the peak level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Footwear Treatments Production

In value terms, footwear treatments production totaled $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, the total production indicated prominent growth from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +6.2% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when the production volume increased by 35%. Over the period under review, global production reached the peak level in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Footwear Treatments Exports

Exports

Global footwear treatments exports rose significantly to X tons in 2022, surging by 8.2% on the year before. In general, exports, however, recorded a pronounced curtailment. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 12%. The global exports peaked at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, footwear treatments exports rose remarkably to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded a slight slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 20% against the previous year. The global exports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

In 2022, China (X tons), distantly followed by Turkey (X tons), the United States (X tons), Germany (X tons) and South Africa (X tons) were the main exporters of polishes and creams for footwear or leather, together constituting 58% of total exports. The following exporters - Spain (X tons), Poland (X tons), Italy (X tons), Bulgaria (X tons), Austria (X tons), the Netherlands (X tons), France (X tons) and Kenya (X tons) - together made up 23% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main exporting countries, was attained by Bulgaria (with a CAGR of +19.3%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest footwear treatments supplying countries worldwide were China ($X), Turkey ($X) and Germany ($X), together comprising 32% of global exports. The United States, Poland, South Africa, France, Austria, Spain, the Netherlands, Italy, Bulgaria and Kenya lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 45%.

Bulgaria, with a CAGR of +24.8%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, among the main exporting countries over the period under review, while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average footwear treatments export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, flattening at the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 an increase of 8.7% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2021, and then fell in the following year.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was France ($X per ton), while China ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Austria (+6.2%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Footwear Treatments Imports

Imports

In 2022, overseas purchases of polishes and creams for footwear or leather increased by 9.4% to X tons, rising for the second year in a row after two years of decline. Over the period under review, imports, however, showed a pronounced contraction. Global imports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, footwear treatments imports expanded remarkably to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, continue to indicate a slight setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 10% against the previous year. Global imports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Germany (X tons), the United States (X tons), Russia (X tons), Bulgaria (X tons), Poland (X tons), Kyrgyzstan (X tons), Nigeria (X tons), France (X tons), Ghana (X tons), the Netherlands (X tons), Mexico (X tons) and the UK (X tons) represented the key importer of polishes and creams for footwear or leather in the world, achieving 38% of total import. Egypt (X tons) took a relatively small share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main importing countries, was attained by Bulgaria (with a CAGR of +33.6%), while imports for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest footwear treatments importing markets worldwide were Germany ($X), the United States ($X) and Bulgaria ($X), together comprising 17% of global imports. Russia, France, Mexico, Poland, the UK, the Netherlands, Kyrgyzstan, Ghana, Nigeria and Egypt lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 24%.

In terms of the main importing countries, Kyrgyzstan, with a CAGR of +33.6%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average footwear treatments import price amounted to $X per ton, flattening at the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.2%. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when the average import price increased by 11%. Global import price peaked in 2022 and is likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Mexico ($X per ton), while Nigeria ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Nigeria (+11.4%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

China constituted the country with the largest volume of footwear treatments consumption, comprising approx. 27% of total volume. Moreover, footwear treatments consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, twofold. India ranked third in terms of total consumption with an 8.6% share.
China constituted the country with the largest volume of footwear treatments production, accounting for 32% of total volume. Moreover, footwear treatments production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by India, with an 8.2% share.
In value terms, China, Germany and Turkey constituted the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2021, together accounting for 32% of global exports. The United States, Poland, the Netherlands, France, Italy, Spain, Austria, the UK, Mexico and Kenya lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 47%.
In value terms, Germany, Russia and the Netherlands were the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2021, together comprising 17% of global imports. Mexico, the United States, China, Poland, Belgium, France, Japan, Nigeria, Ghana and Iraq lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 27%.
In 2021, the average footwear treatments export price amounted to $5,850 per ton, rising by 1.9% against the previous year.
The average footwear treatments import price stood at $5,610 per ton in 2021, increasing by 3.6% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global footwear treatments 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 20414330 - Polishes, creams and similar preparations, for footwear or leather (excluding artificial and prepared waxes)

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

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 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. 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. 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. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES

  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

  7. 7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY

  8. 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. 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. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    • 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

  12. 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

  13. 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

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