Crust cattle leather exports from Egypt: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of crust cattle leather by Egypt reached $34.3 million in 2024 (2.4 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 101 countries. That is 19% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $46.7 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $34.3M | 2.4K t |
| 2023 | $28.9M | 1.6K t |
| 2022 | $46.7M | 3.1K t |
| 2021 | $18.4M | 1.5K t |
| 2020 | $13.1M | 987 t |
| 2019 | $18.9M | 1.2K t |
| 2018 | $20.6M | 1.2K t |
| 2017 | $18.4M | 1.2K t |
Where Egypt exports crust cattle leather to
Most of it went to China (35%), India (35%), Spain (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Bangladesh grew fastest (+46% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $11.9M | 35% |
| India | $11.9M | 35% |
| Spain | $4.0M | 12% |
| Turkey | $1.7M | 5.1% |
| Bangladesh | $1.3M | 3.9% |
| Cambodia | $1.2M | 3.6% |
| Italy | $837K | 2.4% |
| Portugal | $501K | 1.5% |
| Taiwan | $236K | 0.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $148K | 0.4% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $14.38 per kg, 26% above the world average of $11.44. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Crust cattle leather imports to Egypt
Egypt imported $384 thousand of crust cattle leather in 2024 (26 tonnes). One supplier dominates: Portugal accounted for 100% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Portugal | $384K | 100% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt crust cattle leather exports (HS 4104.49): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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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 4104.49: Tanned or crust hides and skins: bovine or equine, without hair on, in the dry state (crust), (other than full grains, unsplit: grain splits).
Common questions
What is the value of crust cattle leather exported by Egypt?
Egypt exported crust cattle leather worth $34.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 101 countries worldwide, with 7% of world exports. The value was up 19% on 2023.
Which countries buy crust cattle leather from Egypt?
China was the largest buyer with 35% of the value ($11.9 million), followed by India (35%) and Spain (12%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 20 buyer countries in total. Taiwan grew fastest among the top ten, up 54% on the year.
What is the average export price of crust cattle leather per kg?
The average declared export value was about $14.38 per kg in 2024, 26% above the world average of $11.44 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of crust cattle leather from Egypt changed since 2017?
Exports went from $18.4 million in 2017 to $34.3 million in 2024, an increase of 87%. The peak was 2022 at $46.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $24.9 million a year.
Does Egypt also import crust cattle leather?
Yes. Egypt imported $384 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Portugal. On balance Egypt is a net exporter of this product, by about $33.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for crust cattle leather?
The HS code for crust cattle leather is subheading 4104.49. It sits in HS chapter 41 (raw hides and skins (other than furskins) and leather). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4104 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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