Sheepskins (raw, without wool) imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of sheepskins (raw, without wool) by Turkey reached $3.7 million in 2024 (1.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 7th of 72 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 60% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $13.4 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 | $3.7M | 1.8K t |
| 2023 | $9.2M | 4.9K t |
| 2022 | $13.4M | 4.1K t |
| 2021 | $7.4M | 2.2K t |
| 2020 | $4.2M | 3.9K t |
| 2019 | $7.7M | 2.5K t |
| 2018 | $8.9M | 3.1K t |
| 2017 | $7.1M | 3.3K t |
Where Turkey imports sheepskins (raw, without wool) from
Most of the value came from New Zealand (33%), Iran (26%), Sudan (14%). Among the main suppliers, Iran grew fastest (+440% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| New Zealand | $1.2M | 33% |
| Iran | $946K | 26% |
| Sudan | $505K | 14% |
| Azerbaijan | $461K | 13% |
| Iraq | $118K | 3.2% |
| Netherlands | $82K | 2.2% |
| Afghanistan | $76K | 2.1% |
| Mauritania | $70K | 1.9% |
| Libya | $61K | 1.7% |
| India | $54K | 1.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.02 per kg, 45% below the world average of $3.68, 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.
Sheepskins (raw, without wool) exports from Turkey
In 2024, Turkey exported sheepskins (raw, without wool) worth $12.4 million (2.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 55 countries for exports of this product. One buyer market dominates: Italy accounted for 93% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $11.5M | 93% |
| India | $308K | 2.5% |
| Indonesia | $298K | 2.4% |
| Pakistan | $227K | 1.8% |
| United States | $15K | 0.1% |
| Bulgaria | $9K | 0.1% |
| France | $7K | 0.1% |
| Greece | $5K | 0% |
| Russia | $4K | 0% |
| Qatar | $3K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey sheepskins (raw, without wool) imports (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) imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported sheepskins (raw, without wool) worth $3.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 72 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was down 60% on 2023.
Which countries supply sheepskins (raw, without wool) to Turkey?
New Zealand was the largest supplier with 33% of the value ($1.2 million), followed by Iran (26%) and Sudan (14%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. Iran grew fastest among the top ten, up 440% on the year.
What is the average import price of sheepskins (raw, without wool) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.02 per kg in 2024, 45% below the world average of $3.68 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of sheepskins (raw, without wool) to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.1 million in 2017 to $3.7 million in 2024, a fall of 48%. The peak was 2022 at $13.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.7 million a year.
Does Turkey also export sheepskins (raw, without wool)?
Yes. Turkey exported $12.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Italy, India and Indonesia. That compares with imports of $3.7 million in the same 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?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Turkey. Tell us your product to see it live.
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