Raw hides and skins exports from Tanzania: data, top buyers and prices
Tanzania exported $5.6 million of raw hides and skins in 2024 (2.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Value rose 104% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 29% a year on average.
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 | $5.6M | 2.8K t |
| 2023 | $2.7M | 166 t |
| 2022 | $4.3M | 465 t |
| 2021 | $408K | 616 t |
| 2020 | $319K | 406 t |
| 2019 | $395K | 308 t |
| 2018 | $368K | 292 t |
| 2017 | $920K | 399 t |
Where Tanzania exports raw hides and skins to
One buyer market dominates: Nigeria accounted for 96% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Nigeria grew fastest (+109% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Nigeria | $5.3M | 96% |
| Belgium | $71K | 1.3% |
| Kenya | $60K | 1.1% |
| South Africa | $44K | 0.8% |
| Hong Kong | $27K | 0.5% |
| Benin | $25K | 0.5% |
| Germany | $3K | 0.1% |
| Hungary | $2K | 0% |
Product types under HS 4103
| 4103.90 | Raw animal hides (misc.) | 100% |
| 4103.20 | Raw reptile hides | 0% |
| 4103.30 | Raw pork hides | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 4103.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.98 per kg, 46% below the world average of $3.67, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania raw hides and skins exports (HS 4103): 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 4103: Raw hides and skins n.e.c in headings no. 4101, 4102; fresh, salted, dried, pickled or otherwise preserved, not further prepared, whether or not dehaired or split.
Common questions
What is the value of raw hides and skins exported by Tanzania?
Tanzania exported raw hides and skins worth $5.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 16th of 117 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 104% on 2023.
Which countries buy raw hides and skins from Tanzania?
Nigeria was the largest buyer with 96% of the value ($5.3 million), followed by Belgium (1%) and Kenya (1%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 8 buyer countries in total. Kenya grew fastest among the top ten, up 192% on the year.
What is the average export price of raw hides and skins per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.98 per kg in 2024, 46% below the world average of $3.67 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of raw hides and skins from Tanzania changed since 2017?
Exports went from $920 thousand in 2017 to $5.6 million in 2024, an increase of 504%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for raw hides and skins?
The HS code for raw hides and skins is heading 4103. In Tanzania the largest six-digit codes were 4103.90 (100% of the value) and 4103.20 (0%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Tanzania. Tell us your product to see it live.
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