Sheepskins (raw, with wool) trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in sheepskins (raw, with wool) was worth $302.8 million in 2024, about 245.2 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 47% since 2017, and up 14% on 2023.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
World trade by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $302.8M | 245.2K t |
| 2023 | $266.3M | 295.7K t |
| 2022 | $347.7M | 311.6K t |
| 2021 | $351.8M | 306.6K t |
| 2020 | $271.5M | 316.5K t |
| 2019 | $378.5M | 334.0K t |
| 2018 | $520.7M | 387.4K t |
| 2017 | $573.7M | 414.8K t |
Top sheepskins (raw, with wool) exporting countries
Exports are led by Australia (50%), Spain (8%) and the United Kingdom (7%). 78 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 66%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | $152.0M | 50% |
| Spain | $25.0M | 8.3% |
| United Kingdom | $21.5M | 7.1% |
| New Zealand | $16.5M | 5.5% |
| Italy | $16.4M | 5.4% |
| South Africa | $12.9M | 4.3% |
| France | $11.6M | 3.8% |
| Greece | $9.6M | 3.2% |
| Ireland | $7.1M | 2.4% |
| United States | $5.2M | 1.7% |
| Norway | $2.8M | 0.9% |
| Germany | $2.2M | 0.7% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
China is the biggest buyer with 69% of world imports, ahead of Turkey and Spain. Demand is concentrated: the top three take 84% across 94 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $209.4M | 69% |
| Turkey | $32.1M | 11% |
| Spain | $12.0M | 4% |
| Italy | $8.6M | 2.8% |
| Pakistan | $8.5M | 2.8% |
| France | $8.2M | 2.7% |
| Portugal | $4.8M | 1.6% |
| Poland | $3.8M | 1.3% |
| Brazil | $1.6M | 0.5% |
| Russia | $1.4M | 0.5% |
| India | $1.2M | 0.4% |
| Bosnia Herzegovina | $1.2M | 0.4% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $1.23 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Italy averaged $3.54 per kg and New Zealand $0.50 per kg, so grade and origin matter.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments worldwide. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 4102.10: Skins: raw, of sheep or lambs, fresh, or salted, dried, limed, pickled or otherwise preserved, (but not tanned, parchment-dressed or further prepared), with wool on. HS 4102 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most sheepskins (raw, with wool)?
Australia exported $152.0 million in 2024, 50% of the world total, followed by Spain (8%) and the United Kingdom (7%). In all, 78 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most sheepskins (raw, with wool)?
China imported $209.4 million in 2024, 69% of world imports, ahead of Turkey (11%) and Spain (4%). The top three importers together take 84%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in sheepskins (raw, with wool)?
It was worth $302.8 million in 2024, about 245.2 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 47% since 2017. The peak year was 2017 at $573.7 million. 78 countries reported exports and 94 reported imports.
What is the average price of sheepskins (raw, with wool) per kg?
The world average declared value was about $1.23 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Italy averaged $3.54 per kg and New Zealand $0.50 per kg, so grade and origin matter. The average mixes every grade and size, so use it as a market reference rather than an offer.
What is the HS code for sheepskins (raw, with wool)?
The HS code for sheepskins (raw, with wool) is subheading 4102.10, in chapter 41 (raw hides and skins (other than furskins) and leather). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 4102 page.
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