Sheepskins (raw, without wool) exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
South Africa exported $11.9 million of sheepskins (raw, without wool) in 2024 (2.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 55 countries. That is 10% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 7% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $19.5 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 | $11.9M | 2.3K t |
| 2023 | $10.8M | 1.6K t |
| 2022 | $14.1M | 2.0K t |
| 2021 | $12.4M | 1.8K t |
| 2020 | $12.9M | 2.2K t |
| 2019 | $17.3M | 3.1K t |
| 2018 | $17.3M | 3.2K t |
| 2017 | $19.5M | 3.4K t |
Where South Africa exports sheepskins (raw, without wool) to
Italy alone took 77% of it. Among the main buyer markets, India grew fastest (+206% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $9.1M | 77% |
| Pakistan | $1.3M | 11% |
| India | $721K | 6.1% |
| El Salvador | $602K | 5.1% |
| China | $58K | 0.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $37K | 0.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.19 per kg, 41% above the world average of $3.68. 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.
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The shipment records behind South Africa sheepskins (raw, without wool) exports (HS 4102.21): 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 4102.21: Skins: raw, of sheep or lambs, pickled (but not tanned, parchment-dressed or further preserved), without wool on.
Common questions
What is the value of sheepskins (raw, without wool) exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported sheepskins (raw, without wool) worth $11.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 55 countries worldwide, with 12% of world exports. The value was up 10% on 2023.
Which countries buy sheepskins (raw, without wool) from South Africa?
Italy was the largest buyer with 77% of the value ($9.1 million), followed by Pakistan (11%) and India (6%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 6 buyer countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 206% on the year.
What is the average export price of sheepskins (raw, without wool) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $5.19 per kg in 2024, 41% above the world average of $3.68 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of sheepskins (raw, without wool) from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $19.5 million in 2017 to $11.9 million in 2024, a fall of 39%. The peak was 2017 at $19.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $14.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for sheepskins (raw, without wool)?
The HS code for sheepskins (raw, without wool) is subheading 4102.21. 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 4102 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For South Africa, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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