Finished sheep leather exports from Ethiopia: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Ethiopia exported finished sheep leather worth $7.3 million (512 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. That is 45% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 17% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $34.2 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 | $7.3M | 512 t |
| 2023 | $13.1M | 851 t |
| 2022 | $13.4M | 787 t |
| 2021 | $15.3M | 879 t |
| 2020 | $18.4M | 807 t |
| 2019 | $34.2M | 1.2K t |
| 2018 | $32.1M | 1.3K t |
| 2017 | $27.7M | 907 t |
Where Ethiopia exports finished sheep leather to
China alone took 73% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.3M | 73% |
| Sweden | $837K | 12% |
| India | $475K | 6.5% |
| Indonesia | $308K | 4.2% |
| Sri Lanka | $83K | 1.1% |
| South Korea | $77K | 1.1% |
| United Kingdom | $49K | 0.7% |
| Thailand | $49K | 0.7% |
| France | $34K | 0.5% |
| Hong Kong | $24K | 0.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $14.19 per kg, 67% below the world average of $43.20, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Finished sheep leather imports to Ethiopia
Imports of finished sheep leather by Ethiopia reached $200 thousand in 2024 (11 tonnes). One supplier dominates: India accounted for 67% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $134K | 67% |
| China | $66K | 33% |
| Turkey | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Ethiopia?
The shipment records behind Ethiopia finished sheep leather exports (HS 4112): 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 4112: Leather further prepared after tanning or crusting, including parchment dressed leather, of sheep or lamb, without wool on, whether or not split, other than leather of heading 41.14.
Common questions
What is the value of finished sheep leather exported by Ethiopia?
Ethiopia exported finished sheep leather worth $7.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 512 tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 87 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was down 45% on 2023.
Which countries buy finished sheep leather from Ethiopia?
China was the largest buyer with 73% of the value ($5.3 million), followed by Sweden (12%) and India (7%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 17 buyer countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 24% on the year.
What is the average export price of finished sheep leather per kg?
The average declared export value was about $14.19 per kg in 2024, 67% below the world average of $43.20 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of finished sheep leather from Ethiopia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $27.7 million in 2017 to $7.3 million in 2024, a fall of 74%. The peak was 2019 at $34.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $20.2 million a year.
Does Ethiopia also import finished sheep leather?
Yes. Ethiopia imported $200 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from India, China and Turkey. On balance Ethiopia is a net exporter of this product, by about $7.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for finished sheep leather?
The HS code for finished sheep leather is heading 4112. In Ethiopia all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 4112.00. 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 4112 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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