Small leather goods imports in Qatar: data, top suppliers and prices
Qatar imported $13.4 million of small leather goods in 2024 (161 tonnes). Value fell 19% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $20.0 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $13.4M | 161 t |
| 2023 | $16.5M | 85 t |
| 2022 | $20.0M | 151 t |
| 2021 | $12.1M | 145 t |
| 2020 | $7.9M | 121 t |
| 2019 | $12.5M | 46 t |
| 2018 | $9.8M | 39 t |
| 2017 | $7.7M | 37 t |
Where Qatar imports small leather goods from
The largest suppliers were Italy (35%), France (19%), Singapore (14%). Among the main suppliers, Hong Kong grew fastest (+413% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $4.7M | 35% |
| France | $2.5M | 19% |
| Singapore | $1.9M | 14% |
| China | $1.4M | 10% |
| Hong Kong | $486K | 3.6% |
| India | $473K | 3.5% |
| Switzerland | $452K | 3.4% |
| Germany | $251K | 1.9% |
| Portugal | $201K | 1.5% |
| United Kingdom | $192K | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $83.64 per kg, 24% below the world average of $110.26, 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.
Small leather goods exports from Qatar
Exports of small leather goods by Qatar reached $316 thousand in 2024 (1 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Italy accounted for 92% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $292K | 92% |
| France | $14K | 4.5% |
| Switzerland | $4K | 1.3% |
| Netherlands | $3K | 0.9% |
| Spain | $2K | 0.5% |
| Denmark | $1K | 0.2% |
| Taiwan | $0K | 0.1% |
| China | $0K | 0.1% |
| Bulgaria | $0K | 0.1% |
| Portugal | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Qatar?
The shipment records behind Qatar small leather goods imports (HS 4202.31): 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 4202.31: Cases and containers: of a kind normally carried in the pocket or in the handbag, with outer surface of leather or of composition leather.
Common questions
What is the value of small leather goods imported by Qatar?
Qatar imported small leather goods worth $13.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 161 tonnes. That ranks it 30th of 210 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 19% on 2023.
Which countries supply small leather goods to Qatar?
Italy was the largest supplier with 35% of the value ($4.7 million), followed by France (19%) and Singapore (14%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 43 supplier countries in total. Hong Kong grew fastest among the top ten, up 413% on the year.
What is the average import price of small leather goods per kg?
The average declared import value was about $83.64 per kg in 2024, 24% below the world average of $110.26 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of small leather goods to Qatar changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.7 million in 2017 to $13.4 million in 2024, an increase of 75%. The peak was 2022 at $20.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $12.5 million a year.
Does Qatar also export small leather goods?
Yes. Qatar exported $316 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Italy, France and Switzerland. On balance Qatar is a net importer of this product, by about $13.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for small leather goods?
The HS code for small leather goods is subheading 4202.31. It sits in HS chapter 42 (articles of leather; saddlery and harness; travel goods, handbags and similar containers; articles of animal gut (other than silk-worm gut)). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4202 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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