Raw pork hides exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United States exported raw pork hides worth $19.5 million (27.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 41 countries for exports of this product. Value fell 25% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 13% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $50.7 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 | $19.5M | 27.3K t |
| 2023 | $26.1M | 44.6K t |
| 2022 | $24.5M | 26.2K t |
| 2021 | $23.9M | 26.7K t |
| 2020 | $20.6M | 33.7K t |
| 2019 | $19.0M | 30.1K t |
| 2018 | $38.2M | 31.8K t |
| 2017 | $50.7M | 35.8K t |
Where the United States exports raw pork hides to
The largest buyer markets were Thailand (47%), Mexico (28%), China (13%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $9.1M | 47% |
| Mexico | $5.4M | 28% |
| China | $2.6M | 14% |
| Cambodia | $1.5M | 7.5% |
| United Kingdom | $483K | 2.5% |
| Taiwan | $171K | 0.9% |
| Vietnam | $117K | 0.6% |
| Japan | $98K | 0.5% |
| Canada | $14K | 0.1% |
| South Korea | $10K | 0.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.72 per kg, 29% above the world average of $0.56. 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.
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The shipment records behind United States raw pork hides exports (HS 4103.30): 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 4103.30: Hides and skins: raw, of swine, (fresh or salted, dried, limed, pickled or otherwise preserved, but not tanned, parchment-dressed or further prepared), whether or not dehaired or split.
Common questions
What is the value of raw pork hides exported by the United States?
The United States exported raw pork hides worth $19.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 27.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 41 countries worldwide, with 33% of world exports. The value was down 25% on 2023.
Which countries buy raw pork hides from the United States?
Thailand was the largest buyer with 47% of the value ($9.1 million), followed by Mexico (28%) and China (13%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 12 buyer countries in total. Canada grew fastest among the top ten, up 280% on the year.
What is the average export price of raw pork hides per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.72 per kg in 2024, 29% above the world average of $0.56 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 pork hides from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $50.7 million in 2017 to $19.5 million in 2024, a fall of 61%. The peak was 2017 at $50.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $27.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for raw pork hides?
The HS code for raw pork hides is subheading 4103.30. 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 4103 page.
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