Tanned reptile leather exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United States exported tanned reptile leather worth $7.2 million (11 tonnes). It ranks 5th of 37 countries for exports of this product. Value fell 51% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 7% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $14.8 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 | $7.2M | 11 t |
| 2023 | $14.8M | 18 t |
| 2022 | $9.3M | 13 t |
| 2021 | $4.7M | 7 t |
| 2020 | $4.1M | 6 t |
| 2019 | $10.2M | 14 t |
| 2018 | $1.5M | 6 t |
| 2017 | $11.5M | 23 t |
Where the United States exports tanned reptile leather to
France alone took 50% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $3.6M | 50% |
| Italy | $2.8M | 38% |
| Germany | $359K | 5% |
| China | $328K | 4.6% |
| Colombia | $64K | 0.9% |
| Vietnam | $51K | 0.7% |
| Norway | $10K | 0.1% |
| Turkey | $7K | 0.1% |
| Canada | $5K | 0.1% |
| Denmark | $1K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $643.06 per kg, 172% above the world average of $236.62. 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.
Tanned reptile leather imports to the United States
The United States imported $254 thousand of tanned reptile leather in 2024 (3 tonnes). The largest suppliers were South Africa (24%), Indonesia (21%), Italy (19%). Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $62K | 24% |
| Indonesia | $53K | 21% |
| Italy | $49K | 19% |
| Singapore | $37K | 15% |
| Bolivia | $18K | 7.1% |
| France | $11K | 4.3% |
| Venezuela | $10K | 3.9% |
| Turkey | $7K | 2.7% |
| Malaysia | $4K | 1.7% |
| Colombia | $4K | 1.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States tanned reptile leather exports (HS 4106.40): 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 4106.40: Tanned or crust hides and skins: of reptiles, whether or not split, but not further prepared.
Common questions
What is the value of tanned reptile leather exported by the United States?
The United States exported tanned reptile leather worth $7.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 11 tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 37 countries worldwide, with 9% of world exports. The value was down 51% on 2023.
Which countries buy tanned reptile leather from the United States?
France was the largest buyer with 50% of the value ($3.6 million), followed by Italy (38%) and Germany (5%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 11 buyer countries in total. Vietnam grew fastest among the top ten, up 38% on the year.
What is the average export price of tanned reptile leather per kg?
The average declared export value was about $643.06 per kg in 2024, 172% above the world average of $236.62 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of tanned reptile leather from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $11.5 million in 2017 to $7.2 million in 2024, a fall of 38%. The peak was 2023 at $14.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.9 million a year.
Does the United States also import tanned reptile leather?
Yes. The United States imported $254 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from South Africa, Indonesia and Italy. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $6.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for tanned reptile leather?
The HS code for tanned reptile leather is subheading 4106.40. 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 4106 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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