Lamb and mutton exports from Ethiopia: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Ethiopia exported lamb and mutton worth $15.3 million (2.2 thousand tonnes). Value fell 72% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $98.4 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 | $15.3M | 2.2K t |
| 2023 | $54.6M | 7.7K t |
| 2022 | $82.0M | 12.9K t |
| 2021 | $98.4M | 14.5K t |
| 2020 | $69.3M | 11.4K t |
| 2019 | $77.9M | 13.4K t |
| 2018 | $63.0M | 10.6K t |
| 2017 | $4.4M | 727 t |
Where Ethiopia exports lamb and mutton to
One buyer market dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 75% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $11.5M | 76% |
| Qatar | $3.5M | 23% |
| Bahrain | $138K | 0.9% |
| Kuwait | $130K | 0.9% |
Product types under HS 0204
| 0204.50 | Goat meat | 64% |
| 0204.10 | Fresh lamb carcasses | 23% |
| 0204.21 | Fresh mutton carcasses | 14% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 0204.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.87 per kg, close to the world average of $6.21.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Lamb and mutton imports to Ethiopia
Imports of lamb and mutton by Ethiopia reached $967 thousand in 2024 (110 tonnes). One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 100% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $967K | 100% |
Who is behind these numbers in Ethiopia?
The shipment records behind Ethiopia lamb and mutton exports (HS 0204): 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 0204: Meat of sheep or goats; fresh, chilled or frozen.
Common questions
What is the value of lamb and mutton exported by Ethiopia?
Ethiopia exported lamb and mutton worth $15.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 28th of 125 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 72% on 2023.
Which countries buy lamb and mutton from Ethiopia?
Saudi Arabia was the largest buyer with 75% of the value ($11.5 million), followed by Qatar (23%) and Bahrain (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 4 buyer countries in total. Kuwait grew fastest among the top ten, up 173% on the year.
What is the average export price of lamb and mutton per kg?
The average declared export value was about $6.87 per kg in 2024, 11% above the world average of $6.21 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of lamb and mutton from Ethiopia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $4.4 million in 2017 to $15.3 million in 2024, an increase of 245%. The peak was 2021 at $98.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $58.1 million a year.
Does Ethiopia also import lamb and mutton?
Yes. Ethiopia imported $967 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from South Africa. On balance Ethiopia is a net exporter of this product, by about $14.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for lamb and mutton?
The HS code for lamb and mutton is heading 0204. In Ethiopia the largest six-digit codes were 0204.50 (64% of the value) and 0204.10 (23%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
Shipment-level records for Ethiopia reach EximDataX from a direct customs feed, with company names, dates and declared values. We can show them for your product on a short call.
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