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Flip-flops√ 10 colorful products

√ 10 supplier profiles

√ Buyer demand trends

Buyer’s Guide to sourcing flip-flops A gallery with 10 colorful products handpicked by our Market Analysts, profiles of 10 export-ready suppliers and buyer demand trends.

} Product gallery: Latest models catch the eye 3

} Comparison table: Profiles of 10 export-ready suppliers 6

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Resembles real wood

New models boast contrasting vivid colors and attractive details. Nontraditional materials such as hemp and straw also raise visual appeal.

Suppliers of flip-flops in China are steering R&D efforts toward enhanced aesthetics. To make models stand out, companies adopt gradient hues and flashy prints. Floral, animal and abstract patterns are popular. Contrasting-colored releases are offered as well. Some feature interchangeable straps and insoles.

Makers employ unconventional materials as well. A number of models, for instance, utilize microsuede, straw and braided hemp rope for the uppers. Select traditional EVA and PVC

versions come with an embossed finish and rubber patches.

For improved user comfort, some flip-flops have soft lining. A few releases also come with slightly bent front that is said to relieve pressure from the feet. Most outsoles are made of TPR to prevent skidding.

The products in this gallery have been handpicked by our China-based Market Analysts for representing current trends in flip-flops.

The foot bed of Fujian Chengda Shoes Co. Ltd’s model CY-1703 flip-flops resembles real wood but is actually made of soft EVA. The straps utilize thick and durable canvas, and come with a soft lining for improved comfort and a dull shimmer for a more natural look. The footwear can be paired with boardshorts or jeans and suits various casual gatherings. Priced at $3.80, the MOQ is 1,800 pairs for every style, color and size.

Interchangeable straps, insoles

Fujian Jinxiujia Import and Export Trading Co. Ltd’s SG-8857 model features interchangeable straps and insoles. The flip-flops have microsuede uppers, mesh lining and anti-skid TPR outsoles. Sizes are 36 to 41 and 42 to 46. Various colors are offered. Each pair is packed in a polybag. It is quoted at $2 to $4 for a minimum order of 1,000 pairs.

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Embossed, CMYK printed insoles

The EVA insoles of Fujian Profit Group Corp. (Footwear Co.)’s model DY1503060M flip-flops are embossed and have CMYK prints. Outsoles are likewise made of EVA and come in contrasting hues. Uppers use PVC and are adorned with rubber patches. The footwear lists at $1.25 for an MOQ of 1,000 pairs per color and size.

Customizable patterns

Printed straw slippers

Slightly bent front

The soles of the model ABFF004-14-076 flip-flops from Fuzhou Abloom Trading Co. Ltd utilize EVA and come with custom printed patterns. PVC is adopted for the straps. Size options are 39 to 45. The footwear’s thickness is 15mm. It is available in different colors and priced at $1.25. Environmental tests can be done on request. A minimum order of 1,500 pairs is required.

For an MOQ of 1,000 pairs per color, the RA1-232 model from Fujian Mindong Import & Export Co. Ltd goes for $1.89. The flip-flops have straw uppers and insoles, with the latter bearing printed designs. Outsoles adopt EVA. Sizes range from 35 to 40. Patterns, logos, materials and packaging can be buyer-specified.

The SLM-043 model from Fuzhou CBM Import & Export Co. Ltd features a slightly bent front that is said to reduce foot pressure. The flip-flops also come with braided uppers. Insoles are made of soft EVA while the TPR outsoles are nonslip. The footwear is offered in sizes 40 to 45, and Pantone colors. It weighs 250g per pair. Price is $1.60 for a minimum order of 1,200 pairs.

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Handmade leather toes

Fuzhou Shines Group Co. Ltd’s SS20150506 model has hemp rope insoles and handmade leather toes. Outsoles adopt EVA-TPR and resist skidding. The flip-flops are available in sizes 36 to 41. The footwear is quoted between $1.50 and $3 for a minimum order of 2,000 pairs.

5-plug PVC straps

Allover silk-screened designs

Gradient colors

The model WZD-64442 flip-flops from Fuzhou Waltz International Trading Co. Ltd use environment-friendly materials and feature five-plug PVC straps for enhanced durability. The PVC outsoles come with magic-printed designs. Sizes are 36 to 45. The footwear goes for $0.90 to $1.35. An MOQ of 1,500 pairs per color is required.

Featuring allover silk-screened designs, Fuzhou Pengfeng International Co. Ltd’s model PF15B050 flip-flops go for $0.75. MOQ is 2,000 pairs. The footwear’s straps utilize PVC and come in different styles. Outsoles are made PE. Sizes range from 36 to 45.

The insoles of Ningde Ronview Trading Co. Ltd’s model RA18-317 flip-flops come in gradient hues while the PVC straps are transparent. Outsoles utilize rubber. Priced at $0.95, the minimum order is 1,000 pairs per color.

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Supplier comparison table

Company name Year established

Number of employees

Annual revenue for all

products (US$ million)

Annual exports for all

products (US$ million)

2014 flip-flops exports

(US$ million)

Main export markets

Fujian Chengda 1997 800 28 28 3 US (50%), Europe (30%), Oceania (20%)

Fujian Jinxiujia 2003 300 12.5 12.5 3.5 Europe (50%), US (40%), Asia (10%)

Fujian Mindong 2012 15 5 5 2.6 US (30%), EU (25%), Japan (20%)

Fujian Profit 1995 400 100 90 20 Europe (50%), US (30%), others (20%)

Fuzhou Abloom 2009 19 1 0.8 0.6 Europe (40%), US (35%), Asia(25%)

Fuzhou CBM 2007 50 4 4 1.5 US (34.5%), Asia (23%), Europe (17%)

Fuzhou Pengfeng 2005 8 3.76 3.76 2.93 US (85%), EU (11%), Africa (3%)

Fuzhou Shines 2003 50 10 10 4 Europe (40%), North America (30%), Middle

East (20%)

Fuzhou Waltz 2008 25 5 5 3 US (30%), Middle East (30%), Europe (20%)

Ningde Ronview 2004 20 6 6 3 US (30%), EU (25%), Asia (25%)

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Number of assembly lines

R&D expenditure

(US$)

OEM ODM OBM Small orders Key customers

6 10,000 20% 80% 3,000 pairs Armani, Polo Ralph Lauren, Tom’s, Tommy Hilfiger, Lee

Cooper

3 50,000 50% 30% 20% 2,000 pairs Sketchers, Kappa, OP, Air tech, Wal-Mart, Disney,

Avon, Fila

3 300,000 94% 6% 1,000 pairs per color

Carrefour, U.S. Polo Association, Primark,

Desiny

6 undisclosed 10% 30% 60% 1,000 pairs per color, size

Walgreens, CVS, Kmart, Wal-Mart, Primark, KIK,

Dollar Tree, Dollar General, Bench, Bata

5 50,000 80% 10% 10% 1,500 pairs Wal-Mart, Quicksilver

6 240,000 45% 30% 25% 1,500 pairs Disney

1 15,000 90% 10% 10,000 pairs Avon, Skechers, Family Dollar

8 500,000 80% 10% 10% 3,000 pairs Wal-Mart, Zoom

4 100,000 95% 3% 2% 5,000 pairs Costco, Wal-Mart, Chainstores

5 400,000 92% 8% 1,000 pairs per color

Walmark, U.S. Polo Association, Otto Desiny

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Buyer inquiries by regionPercent of all online activity for this product group

Fujian61%

Guangdong17%

Zhejiang16%

Shanghai2%

Sichuan1% Other

3%

Top new product postingsTop buyer requests Top product profiles

34.0% 16.6% 22.7%Women’s flat casual shoes

Women’s flat casual shoes

Women’s flat casual shoes

14.5% 15.8% 15.8%

13.9% 13.0% 9.3%

12.9% 12.6% 9.0%

9.4% 10.0% 7.9%

5.8% 7.3% 7.7%

5.7% 6.5% 6.0%

2.1% 5.0% 5.8%

0.9% 3.3% 5.6%

0.5% 3.0% 4.9%

Women’s sandals

Women’s flip-flops

Women’s flip-flops

Women’s flip-flops Women’s sandals Men’s

casual shoes

Men’s flip-flops Women’s slippers Women’s sandals

Men’s casual shoes

Men’s casual shoes Men’s flip-flops

Men’s slippers Men’s flip-flops Canvas shoes

Women’s slippers Men’s slippers Women’s slippers

Canvas shoes Canvas shoes Men’s sandals

Wedge shoes Women’s clogs Men’s slippers

Espadrilles Men’s sandals High-heeled casual shoes

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Buyer demand trends are taken from buyer and supplier activity in the featured product group on GlobalSources.com.•Buyer requests track total inquiries from our independently verified worldwide community of more than 1 million buyers.•Product profiles represent the total number of unique products available from export-ready suppliers in our easily searchable catalogs.•New product postings indicate the number of new product profiles added to our website by suppliers during the period.For these and thousands of other categories, visit Global Sources online and sign up for Product Alerts to receive the latest supplier postings. Use the website’s Product Search function to find hundreds of products and send inquiries directly to verified exporters.