Raw cattle hide pieces exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United States exported raw cattle hide pieces worth $8.0 million (9.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 109 countries. That is 18% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 11% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $17.7 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 | $8.0M | 9.2K t |
| 2023 | $9.8M | 7.3K t |
| 2022 | $13.2M | 9.1K t |
| 2021 | $15.6M | 12.7K t |
| 2020 | $11.3M | 13.0K t |
| 2019 | $14.8M | 17.4K t |
| 2018 | $12.5M | 13.5K t |
| 2017 | $17.7M | 22.0K t |
Where the United States exports raw cattle hide pieces to
One buyer market dominates: Thailand accounted for 55% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Indonesia grew fastest (+215% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $4.4M | 55% |
| China | $1.1M | 14% |
| Japan | $1.0M | 13% |
| Netherlands | $343K | 4.3% |
| Indonesia | $288K | 3.6% |
| Israel | $261K | 3.3% |
| Mexico | $248K | 3.1% |
| India | $80K | 1% |
| Hong Kong | $54K | 0.7% |
| Chile | $54K | 0.7% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.88 per kg, 24% above the world average of $0.71. 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.
Raw cattle hide pieces imports to the United States
The United States imported $3.8 million of raw cattle hide pieces in 2024 (5.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Most of the value came from Canada (43%), Mexico (36%), Thailand (11%). Among the main suppliers, Mexico grew fastest (+236% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $1.6M | 43% |
| Mexico | $1.4M | 36% |
| Thailand | $416K | 11% |
| Brazil | $166K | 4.4% |
| Australia | $123K | 3.3% |
| Paraguay | $34K | 0.9% |
| Italy | $28K | 0.8% |
| Montenegro | $15K | 0.4% |
| New Zealand | $4K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $3K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States raw cattle hide pieces exports (HS 4101.90): 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 4101.90: Hides and skins: other than whole, but including butts, bends and bellies, of bovine (including. buffalo) and equine animals, fresh, salted or preserved, but not tanned, parchment dressed or further prepared, whether or not dehaired or split.
Common questions
What is the value of raw cattle hide pieces exported by the United States?
The United States exported raw cattle hide pieces worth $8.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 109 countries worldwide, with 4% of world exports. The value was down 18% on 2023.
Which countries buy raw cattle hide pieces from the United States?
Thailand was the largest buyer with 55% of the value ($4.4 million), followed by China (14%) and Japan (13%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 29 buyer countries in total. Indonesia grew fastest among the top ten, up 215% on the year.
What is the average export price of raw cattle hide pieces per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.88 per kg in 2024, 24% above the world average of $0.71 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of raw cattle hide pieces from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $17.7 million in 2017 to $8.0 million in 2024, a fall of 55%. The peak was 2017 at $17.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $12.9 million a year.
Does the United States also import raw cattle hide pieces?
Yes. The United States imported $3.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Canada, Mexico and Thailand. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $4.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for raw cattle hide pieces?
The HS code for raw cattle hide pieces is subheading 4101.90. 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 4101 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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