The European export market for waterproof footwear with rubber or plastic uppers shows varied country performances in 2023. Italy leads with a minimal growth of 0.45% year-over-year, whereas Portugal and Belgium exhibit robust growth rates at 3.77% and 17.42% respectively. Germany and Spain also demonstrate notable increases of 6.71% and 9.25%. Contrariwise, Romania, Denmark, and Bulgaria faced contractions of -10.07%, -1.07%, and -3.19%. Malta emerged with a significant surge of 21.85%, albeit from a smaller base. Cumulatively, the sector's Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the last five years highlights subtle gains.
Future trends to monitor include the increasing influence of sustainable materials in manufacturing, potential economic impacts post-2024 on European trade policies, and the growing importance of digital sales channels. These factors could reshape competitive strategies and demand patterns for waterproof footwear in key export nations.
Top countries in Export of Waterproof Footwear with Rubber or Plastic uppers by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Pairs) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 11,540,000 | 2023 | +1.16% | +0.45% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Portugal | 5,728,400 | 2023 | +19.44% | +3.77% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 3,590,500 | 2023 | +2.91% | +6.71% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 2,553,600 | 2023 | +3.42% | +2.5% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 2,246,200 | 2023 | +2.72% | +2.44% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 2,194,100 | 2023 | +21.41% | +17.42% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 1,283,100 | 2023 | -0.081% | +9.25% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Romania | 1,263,300 | 2023 | +1.15% | -10.07% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Lithuania | 1,100,300 | 2023 | +2.47% | +0.84% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovakia | 1,045,300 | 2023 | -0.07% | -0.32% | View data |
