Tanned sheep leather exports from Turkey: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of tanned sheep leather by Turkey reached $7.0 million in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 100 countries for exports of this product. Value fell 34% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 11% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $16.3 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 | $7.0M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $10.5M | 1.7K t |
| 2022 | $14.3M | 2.3K t |
| 2021 | $11.1M | 1.7K t |
| 2020 | $10.2M | 1.5K t |
| 2019 | $16.3M | 2.8K t |
| 2018 | $13.1M | 2.5K t |
| 2017 | $15.4M | 2.4K t |
Where Turkey exports tanned sheep leather to
Most of it went to Italy (31%), India (25%), Greece (18%). Among the main buyer markets, Brazil grew fastest (+135% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $2.2M | 31% |
| India | $1.7M | 25% |
| Greece | $1.3M | 18% |
| Bulgaria | $622K | 8.9% |
| China | $253K | 3.6% |
| Spain | $217K | 3.1% |
| Pakistan | $199K | 2.9% |
| Brazil | $183K | 2.6% |
| Kyrgyzstan | $148K | 2.1% |
| Russia | $57K | 0.8% |
Product types under HS 4105
| 4105.10 | Tanned or crust skins of sheep or lambs, without wool on, whether or not split, but not further prepared, in the wet state (including wet-blue) | 77% |
| 4105.30 | Tanned or crust skins: of sheep or lambs, without wool on, whether or not split, but not further prepared, in the dry state (crust) | 23% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 4105.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.74 per kg, close to the world average of $6.14.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Tanned sheep leather imports to Turkey
Turkey imported $4.3 million of tanned sheep leather in 2024 (1.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 10th of 91 countries for imports of this product. Most of the value came from Nigeria (41%), Saudi Arabia (20%), Spain (12%). Among the main suppliers, Nigeria grew fastest (+414% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Nigeria | $1.7M | 41% |
| Saudi Arabia | $849K | 20% |
| Spain | $497K | 12% |
| Iraq | $313K | 7.3% |
| France | $264K | 6.2% |
| United Kingdom | $148K | 3.4% |
| Uzbekistan | $122K | 2.8% |
| Burkina Faso | $82K | 1.9% |
| Sudan | $63K | 1.5% |
| Iran | $57K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
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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 4105: Tanned or crust skins of sheep and lambs, without wool on, whether or not split, but not further prepared.
Common questions
What is the value of tanned sheep leather exported by Turkey?
Turkey exported tanned sheep leather worth $7.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 100 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was down 34% on 2023.
Which countries buy tanned sheep leather from Turkey?
Italy was the largest buyer with 31% of the value ($2.2 million), followed by India (25%) and Greece (18%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 35 buyer countries in total. Brazil grew fastest among the top ten, up 135% on the year.
What is the average export price of tanned sheep leather per kg?
The average declared export value was about $5.74 per kg in 2024, 7% below the world average of $6.14 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have exports of tanned sheep leather from Turkey changed since 2017?
Exports went from $15.4 million in 2017 to $7.0 million in 2024, a fall of 55%. The peak was 2019 at $16.3 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Turkey also import tanned sheep leather?
Yes. Turkey imported $4.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Nigeria, Saudi Arabia and Spain. On balance Turkey is a net exporter of this product, by about $2.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for tanned sheep leather?
The HS code for tanned sheep leather is heading 4105. In Turkey the largest six-digit codes were 4105.10 (77% of the value) and 4105.30 (23%). 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 4105 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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