What is CN Shoe Size? [Explained]

CN shoe size refers to the sizing system used in China. Chinese (CN) shoe sizes are based on the length of the foot in millimeters, making it a straightforward system once you understand the conversion.

How to Convert CN Shoe Size to US and EU Sizes

Adult Shoe Size Conversion

CN Size Foot Length (mm) US Size (Men) US Size (Women) EU Size
220 220 mm 4 5 36
225 225 mm 4.5 5.5 36.5
230 230 mm 5 6 37
235 235 mm 5.5 6.5 38
240 240 mm 6 7 39
245 245 mm 6.5 7.5 39.5
250 250 mm 7 8 40
255 255 mm 7.5 8.5 41
260 260 mm 8 9 42
265 265 mm 8.5 9.5 43
270 270 mm 9 10 44
275 275 mm 9.5 10.5 45
280 280 mm 10 11 46
285 285 mm 10.5 11.5 47
290 290 mm 11 12 48

Children’s Shoe Size Conversion

CN Size Foot Length (mm) US Size (Children) EU Size
130 130 mm 6.5 – 7 (Toddler) 22
135 135 mm 7.5 (Toddler) 23
140 140 mm 8 – 8.5 (Toddler) 24
145 145 mm 9 (Toddler) 25
150 150 mm 9.5 – 10 (Toddler) 26
155 155 mm 10.5 (Toddler) 27
160 160 mm 11 – 11.5 (Little Kid) 28
165 165 mm 12 – 12.5 (Little Kid) 29
170 170 mm 13 (Little Kid) 30
175 175 mm 13.5 – 1 (Little Kid) 31
180 180 mm 1.5 – 2 (Little Kid) 32
185 185 mm 2.5 (Little Kid) 33
190 190 mm 3 – 3.5 (Big Kid) 34
195 195 mm 4 – 4.5 (Big Kid) 35

How to Measure Your Foot for CN Shoe Size

  1. Prepare the Materials: You’ll need a piece of paper, a pencil, and a ruler or measuring tape.
  2. Trace Your Foot:
    • Place the paper on a flat, hard surface.
    • Stand on the paper with your heel against the wall.
    • Trace around your foot, keeping the pencil perpendicular to the paper.
  3. Measure the Length:
    • Measure from the back of your heel to the tip of your longest toe in millimeters.
    • Record the measurement.
  4. Compare to CN Size Chart:
    • Use the CN size chart to find the corresponding CN size based on your foot length.

Additional Tips

  • Measure Both Feet: One foot may be slightly larger than the other. Use the measurement of the larger foot.
  • Measure at the End of the Day: Feet can swell throughout the day, so measure in the evening for the most accurate size.
  • Consider Width: Some people may need a wider or narrower shoe depending on the shape of their feet.

By understanding CN shoe sizes and how they convert to US and EU sizes, you can confidently purchase shoes from Chinese manufacturers or when shopping internationally.

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