Tanned hides and skins trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in tanned hides and skins was worth $262.4 million in 2024, about 67.1 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 55% since 2017, and down 10% 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 | $262.4M | 67.1K t |
| 2023 | $290.1M | 65.2K t |
| 2022 | $307.7M | 67.1K t |
| 2021 | $310.8M | 66.2K t |
| 2020 | $288.8M | 73.1K t |
| 2019 | $386.9M | 71.4K t |
| 2018 | $506.4M | 87.3K t |
| 2017 | $582.6M | 104.5K t |
Top tanned hides and skins exporting countries
Thailand is the largest exporter with 20% of world exports, followed by Italy and Indonesia. The top three supply 35% between them, out of 102 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $52.4M | 20% |
| Italy | $21.9M | 8.4% |
| Indonesia | $18.5M | 7% |
| China | $15.5M | 5.9% |
| France | $12.7M | 4.8% |
| Singapore | $12.5M | 4.8% |
| United States | $12.5M | 4.8% |
| Taiwan | $11.4M | 4.3% |
| India | $10.6M | 4% |
| Nigeria | $8.5M | 3.3% |
| South Africa | $7.0M | 2.7% |
| Kenya | $7.0M | 2.7% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
China is the biggest buyer with 31% of world imports, ahead of Italy and Mexico. Demand is concentrated: the top three take 59% across 114 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $81.1M | 31% |
| Italy | $51.8M | 20% |
| Mexico | $21.4M | 8.2% |
| France | $14.2M | 5.4% |
| Germany | $9.9M | 3.8% |
| Spain | $9.0M | 3.4% |
| Singapore | $9.0M | 3.4% |
| Cambodia | $7.6M | 2.9% |
| Vietnam | $6.5M | 2.5% |
| Taiwan | $4.7M | 1.8% |
| Pakistan | $4.2M | 1.6% |
| Turkey | $4.0M | 1.5% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $3.91 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Singapore averaged $227.64 per kg and Thailand $2.25 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 4106: Tanned or crust hides and skins of other animals, without wool or hair on, whether or not split, but not further prepared. HS 4106 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most tanned hides and skins?
Thailand exported $52.4 million in 2024, 20% of the world total, followed by Italy (8%) and Indonesia (7%). In all, 102 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most tanned hides and skins?
China imported $81.1 million in 2024, 31% of world imports, ahead of Italy (20%) and Mexico (8%). The top three importers together take 59%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in tanned hides and skins?
It was worth $262.4 million in 2024, about 67.1 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 55% since 2017. The peak year was 2017 at $582.6 million. 102 countries reported exports and 114 reported imports.
What is the average price of tanned hides and skins per kg?
The world average declared value was about $3.91 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Singapore averaged $227.64 per kg and Thailand $2.25 per kg, so grade and origin matter. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so treat it as a benchmark, not a quote.
What is the HS code for tanned hides and skins?
The HS code for tanned hides and skins is heading 4106, in chapter 41 (raw hides and skins (other than furskins) and leather). Customs uses this code worldwide at the six-digit level; national tariffs add more digits. The full list of codes is on the HS 4106 page.
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