Finished cattle leather (other) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $14.2 million of finished cattle leather (other) in 2024 (571 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 12% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $24.8 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 | $14.2M | 571 t |
| 2023 | $16.2M | 680 t |
| 2022 | $18.2M | 794 t |
| 2021 | $18.2M | 816 t |
| 2020 | $12.8M | 578 t |
| 2019 | $18.6M | 708 t |
| 2018 | $18.8M | 762 t |
| 2017 | $24.8M | 1.1K t |
Where the United States imports finished cattle leather (other) from
The largest suppliers were Italy (34%), Mexico (31%), India (13%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+95% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $4.8M | 34% |
| Mexico | $4.4M | 31% |
| India | $1.9M | 14% |
| France | $598K | 4.2% |
| Vietnam | $457K | 3.2% |
| United Kingdom | $353K | 2.5% |
| New Zealand | $309K | 2.2% |
| China | $228K | 1.6% |
| Spain | $219K | 1.6% |
| Thailand | $106K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $24.80 per kg, 85% above the world average of $13.44. 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.
Finished cattle leather (other) exports from the United States
Exports of finished cattle leather (other) by the United States reached $7.7 million in 2024 (310 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Mexico (23%), Canada (17%), Germany (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 47%. Among the main buyer markets, Guatemala grew fastest (+960% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $1.8M | 23% |
| Canada | $1.3M | 17% |
| Germany | $561K | 7.3% |
| Dominican Republic | $539K | 7% |
| Thailand | $511K | 6.6% |
| Vietnam | $423K | 5.5% |
| China | $403K | 5.2% |
| Guatemala | $310K | 4% |
| Australia | $251K | 3.3% |
| Portugal | $235K | 3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States finished cattle leather (other) imports (HS 4107.99): 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 4107.99: Leather: further prepared after tanning or crusting, incl. parchment-dressed, of bovine (including buffalo) or equine animals, no hair, excluding leather of heading 41.14, and whole hides and skins, and sides, (full grains, unsplit and grain splits).
Common questions
What is the value of finished cattle leather (other) imported by the United States?
The United States imported finished cattle leather (other) worth $14.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 571 tonnes. That ranks it 23rd of 144 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply finished cattle leather (other) to the United States?
Italy was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($4.8 million), followed by Mexico (31%) and India (13%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 48 supplier countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 660% on the year.
What is the average import price of finished cattle leather (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $24.80 per kg in 2024, 85% above the world average of $13.44 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of finished cattle leather (other) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $24.8 million in 2017 to $14.2 million in 2024, a fall of 43%. The peak was 2017 at $24.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $17.7 million a year.
Does the United States also export finished cattle leather (other)?
Yes. The United States exported $7.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Canada and Germany. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $6.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for finished cattle leather (other)?
The HS code for finished cattle leather (other) is subheading 4107.99. 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.
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