In 2023, Germany imported footwear with outer soles and uppers of rubber or plastics standing at 77.782 million kilograms. Forecasts predict a steady growth with import volumes reaching 81.301 million kilograms by 2028. Year-on-year analysis reveals a consistent growth pattern: 1.17% from 2024 to 2025, and slightly higher at 1.13% annually from 2026 forward. The five-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) comfortably hovers around 1.10%, indicating a stable upward trajectory.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Potential impacts of sustainability trends driving innovations in materials.
- Shifts in consumer preferences affecting demand for rubber or plastic-based footwear.
- Changing trade policies within the EU post-2024 which may influence import dynamics.
