Cattle leather pieces exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, South Africa exported cattle leather pieces worth $40.8 million (1.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. Value fell 27% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $64.9 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 | $40.8M | 1.3K t |
| 2023 | $56.2M | 2.0K t |
| 2022 | $50.2M | 1.6K t |
| 2021 | $64.9M | 2.0K t |
| 2020 | $56.9M | 1.8K t |
| 2019 | $25.0M | 810 t |
| 2018 | $34.9M | 1.2K t |
| 2017 | $27.2M | 2.1K t |
Where South Africa exports cattle leather pieces to
The largest buyer markets were Ukraine (46%), Poland (38%), Germany (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+172% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ukraine | $18.6M | 46% |
| Poland | $15.4M | 38% |
| Germany | $5.2M | 13% |
| Hong Kong | $652K | 1.6% |
| Netherlands | $293K | 0.7% |
| Bulgaria | $272K | 0.7% |
| United Kingdom | $111K | 0.3% |
| Vietnam | $109K | 0.3% |
| Australia | $93K | 0.2% |
| China | $46K | 0.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $31.64 per kg, 67% above the world average of $18.99. 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.
Cattle leather pieces imports to South Africa
In 2024, South Africa imported cattle leather pieces worth $1.4 million (162 tonnes). Most of the value came from Spain (38%), India (38%), Pakistan (10%). Among the main suppliers, Brazil grew fastest (+36% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $544K | 39% |
| India | $533K | 38% |
| Pakistan | $139K | 9.9% |
| Brazil | $125K | 8.9% |
| Uruguay | $34K | 2.4% |
| Italy | $23K | 1.7% |
| Germany | $8K | 0.6% |
| China | $4K | 0.3% |
| Australia | $2K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa cattle leather pieces exports (HS 4107.92): 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 4107.92: Leather: further prepared after tanning or crusting, including parchment-dressed, of bovine (including buffalo) or equine animals, without hair on, other than leather of heading 41.14, not whole hides and skins, but including sides, grain splits.
Common questions
What is the value of cattle leather pieces exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported cattle leather pieces worth $40.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 97 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was down 27% on 2023.
Which countries buy cattle leather pieces from South Africa?
Ukraine was the largest buyer with 46% of the value ($18.6 million), followed by Poland (38%) and Germany (13%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 21 buyer countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 630% on the year.
What is the average export price of cattle leather pieces per kg?
The average declared export value was about $31.64 per kg in 2024, 67% above the world average of $18.99 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of cattle leather pieces from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $27.2 million in 2017 to $40.8 million in 2024, an increase of 50%. The peak was 2021 at $64.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $44.5 million a year.
Does South Africa also import cattle leather pieces?
Yes. South Africa imported $1.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Spain, India and Pakistan. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $39.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for cattle leather pieces?
The HS code for cattle leather pieces is subheading 4107.92. 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 4107 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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