Raw sheep and lamb skins exports from Yemen: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Yemen exported raw sheep and lamb skins worth $8.0 million (890 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. Value fell 16% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $10.8 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 | $8.0M | 890 t |
| 2023 | $9.6M | 856 t |
| 2022 | $10.8M | 1.0K t |
| 2021 | $7.7M | 1.4K t |
| 2020 | $6.4M | 791 t |
| 2019 | $8.5M | 783 t |
| 2018 | $9.1M | 699 t |
| 2017 | $6.5M | 544 t |
Where Yemen exports raw sheep and lamb skins to
Malaysia alone took 96% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysia | $7.7M | 96% |
| Indonesia | $183K | 2.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $90K | 1.1% |
| Italy | $66K | 0.8% |
| India | $6K | 0.1% |
Product types under HS 4102
| 4102.21 | Skins: raw, of sheep or lambs, pickled (but not tanned, parchment-dressed or further preserved), without wool on | 99% |
| 4102.10 | Skins: raw, of sheep or lambs, fresh, or salted, dried, limed, pickled or otherwise preserved, (but not tanned, parchment-dressed or further… | 1.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 4102.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.03 per kg, 514% above the world average of $1.47. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Yemen?
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Updated weekly on EximDataX (some markets daily), while public statistics stop at 2024.
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 4102: Raw skins of sheep or lambs (fresh, salted, dried, limed, pickled or otherwise preserved, but not further prepared), whether or not with wool on or split.
Common questions
What is the value of raw sheep and lamb skins exported by Yemen?
Yemen exported raw sheep and lamb skins worth $8.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 890 tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 98 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was down 16% on 2023.
Which countries buy raw sheep and lamb skins from Yemen?
Malaysia was the largest buyer with 96% of the value ($7.7 million), followed by Indonesia (2%) and Saudi Arabia (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 5 buyer countries in total.
What is the average export price of raw sheep and lamb skins per kg?
The average declared export value was about $9.03 per kg in 2024, 514% above the world average of $1.47 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have exports of raw sheep and lamb skins from Yemen changed since 2017?
Exports went from $6.5 million in 2017 to $8.0 million in 2024, an increase of 23%. The peak was 2022 at $10.8 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
What is the HS code for raw sheep and lamb skins?
The HS code for raw sheep and lamb skins is heading 4102. In Yemen the largest six-digit codes were 4102.21 (99% of the value) and 4102.10 (1%). 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 4102 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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