Corrected cattle leather exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
South Africa exported $35.5 million of corrected cattle leather in 2024 (1.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 126% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $54.7 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 | $35.5M | 1.5K t |
| 2023 | $15.7M | 969 t |
| 2022 | $17.2M | 938 t |
| 2021 | $54.7M | 2.1K t |
| 2020 | $15.4M | 951 t |
| 2019 | $34.7M | 1.5K t |
| 2018 | $47.5M | 1.7K t |
| 2017 | $34.0M | 1.4K t |
Where South Africa exports corrected cattle leather to
One buyer market dominates: Poland accounted for 73% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Poland grew fastest (+688% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Poland | $25.9M | 73% |
| Hungary | $8.3M | 23% |
| Mexico | $668K | 1.9% |
| Brazil | $279K | 0.8% |
| United States | $153K | 0.4% |
| Germany | $97K | 0.3% |
| Australia | $41K | 0.1% |
| China | $40K | 0.1% |
| Malaysia | $5K | 0% |
| Serbia | $3K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $24.17 per kg, close to the world average of $23.61.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Corrected cattle leather imports to South Africa
South Africa imported $8.4 million of corrected cattle leather in 2024 (527 tonnes). Italy alone supplied 94% of it. Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+56% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $7.9M | 94% |
| India | $309K | 3.7% |
| Pakistan | $119K | 1.4% |
| Brazil | $46K | 0.6% |
| Zimbabwe | $22K | 0.3% |
| Netherlands | $16K | 0.2% |
| Australia | $5K | 0.1% |
| United States | $2K | 0% |
| Sweden | $2K | 0% |
| United Kingdom | $2K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa corrected cattle leather exports (HS 4107.12): 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 4107.12: Leather: further prepared after tanning or crusting, including parchment-dressed leather, of bovine (including buffalo) or equine animals, without hair on, other than leather of heading 41.14, whole hides and skins, grain splits.
Common questions
What is the value of corrected cattle leather exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported corrected cattle leather worth $35.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 100 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 126% on 2023.
Which countries buy corrected cattle leather from South Africa?
Poland was the largest buyer with 73% of the value ($25.9 million), followed by Hungary (23%) and Mexico (2%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 14 buyer countries in total. Poland grew fastest among the top ten, up 688% on the year.
What is the average export price of corrected cattle leather per kg?
The average declared export value was about $24.17 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $23.61 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of corrected cattle leather from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $34.0 million in 2017 to $35.5 million in 2024, an increase of 4%. The peak was 2021 at $54.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $31.8 million a year.
Does South Africa also import corrected cattle leather?
Yes. South Africa imported $8.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Italy, India and Pakistan. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $27.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for corrected cattle leather?
The HS code for corrected cattle leather is subheading 4107.12. 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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