Germany leads the European export of footwear with rubber, plastic, or leather outer soles and leather uppers with protective metal toe-caps, accounting for a 23.02% share. Italy follows with 17.81%, while significant growth is noted in Finland, with a remarkable 36.22% increase in 2023. Emerging markets like Poland and Romania also show promising growth, with a 8.23% and 5.78% increase, respectively. Notable declines are observed in Italy and France, with -7.27% and -7.72% decreases in 2023, reflecting potential challenges in maintaining competitive edges amid dynamic markets.
Looking ahead, future trends to watch include increased demand for environmentally sustainable materials in footwear production and innovations in lightweight, protective designs. Markets in Eastern Europe, notably Poland and Romania, are likely to expand due to manufacturing advancements and competitive pricing. Automation in production could further shift export dynamics in favor of countries with more advanced technological capabilities.
Top countries in Export of Footwear with Rubber, Plastic or Leather Outer Soles and Leather Uppers and with a Protective Metal Toe-Cap Share by Country (Units (Pairs))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 23.02 | 2023 | +0.64% | +0.68% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 17.81 | 2023 | -1.16% | -7.27% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 12.8 | 2023 | +8.45% | +2.37% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Romania | 9.5 | 2023 | +3.54% | +5.78% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 6.76 | 2023 | +5.64% | +0.41% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 6.62 | 2023 | -0.65% | -7.72% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Finland | 6.2 | 2023 | +49.1% | +36.22% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czechia | 5.27 | 2023 | |||
| 9 | 9 Poland | 3.63 | 2023 | +4.28% | +8.23% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Portugal | 3.43 | 2023 | +4.12% | +2% | View data |
