Full-grain cattle leather imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $6.4 million of full-grain cattle leather in 2024 (118 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 12% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 16% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $23.5 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 | $6.4M | 118 t |
| 2023 | $7.2M | 129 t |
| 2022 | $9.7M | 189 t |
| 2021 | $18.1M | 581 t |
| 2020 | $12.8M | 109 t |
| 2019 | $23.5M | 839 t |
| 2018 | $20.6M | 1.3K t |
| 2017 | $22.5M | 183 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports full-grain cattle leather from
Most of the value came from United States (32%), France (26%), Germany (22%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+32% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $2.1M | 32% |
| France | $1.7M | 26% |
| Germany | $1.4M | 22% |
| Italy | $509K | 8% |
| Spain | $236K | 3.7% |
| India | $123K | 1.9% |
| Netherlands | $90K | 1.4% |
| Turkey | $73K | 1.2% |
| New Zealand | $63K | 1% |
| Austria | $41K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $53.78 per kg, 130% above the world average of $23.41. 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.
Full-grain cattle leather exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of full-grain cattle leather by the United Kingdom reached $4.4 million in 2024 (133 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to United States (44%), India (17%), Japan (5%). Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+162% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $2.0M | 44% |
| India | $746K | 17% |
| Japan | $236K | 5.3% |
| Dominican Republic | $217K | 4.9% |
| France | $157K | 3.6% |
| Italy | $126K | 2.8% |
| China | $122K | 2.8% |
| Germany | $106K | 2.4% |
| Serbia | $93K | 2.1% |
| Portugal | $87K | 2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom full-grain cattle leather imports (HS 4107.11): 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 4107.11: 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, full grain, unsplit.
Common questions
What is the value of full-grain cattle leather imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported full-grain cattle leather worth $6.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 118 tonnes. That ranks it 19th of 129 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply full-grain cattle leather to the United Kingdom?
The United States was the largest supplier with 32% of the value ($2.1 million), followed by France (26%) and Germany (22%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. New Zealand grew fastest among the top ten, up 351% on the year.
What is the average import price of full-grain cattle leather per kg?
The average declared import value was about $53.78 per kg in 2024, 130% above the world average of $23.41 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of full-grain cattle leather to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $22.5 million in 2017 to $6.4 million in 2024, a fall of 72%. The peak was 2019 at $23.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $15.1 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export full-grain cattle leather?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $4.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, India and Japan. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $1.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for full-grain cattle leather?
The HS code for full-grain cattle leather is subheading 4107.11. 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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