The forecast for the import of footwear with outer soles of rubber or plastics and uppers of leather to China from 2024 to 2028 shows a consistent upward trend. Starting at 1.4397 billion USD in 2024, imports are expected to increase to 1.6586 billion USD by 2028. This indicates an overall positive growth trajectory with steady year-on-year percentage increases throughout the period.

For future trends, several factors could influence the import volumes and values:

Consumer preferences shifting towards premium leather footwear, driving higher demand.
Trade policies and tariffs impacting import costs and demand dynamics.
Fluctuations in global raw material prices affecting manufacturing and import costs.
China's domestic production capabilities and technological advancements could alter import dependencies.