Raw hides and skins exports from Zimbabwe: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of raw hides and skins by Zimbabwe reached $94.8 million in 2024 (294 tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 117 countries for exports of this product. Value rose 66% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% a year on average.
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 | $94.8M | 294 t |
| 2023 | $57.2M | 270 t |
| 2022 | $39.2M | 157 t |
| 2021 | $32.7M | 159 t |
| 2020 | $31.6M | 135 t |
| 2019 | $25.7M | 168 t |
| 2018 | $41.3M | 289 t |
| 2017 | $29.5M | 165 t |
Where Zimbabwe exports raw hides and skins to
France alone took 64% of it. Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+218% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $60.8M | 64% |
| South Africa | $25.0M | 26% |
| Italy | $3.6M | 3.8% |
| Singapore | $2.1M | 2.2% |
| Germany | $1.6M | 1.7% |
| Ukraine | $1.5M | 1.6% |
| Japan | $151K | 0.2% |
| Mauritius | $29K | 0% |
| United Arab Emirates | $22K | 0% |
| Belgium | $13K | 0% |
Product types under HS 4103
| 4103.20 | Raw reptile hides | 100% |
| 4103.90 | Raw animal hides (misc.) | 0.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 4103.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $322.80 per kg, 8696% above the world average of $3.67. 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 Zimbabwe raw hides and skins exports (HS 4103): 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: Raw hides and skins n.e.c in headings no. 4101, 4102; fresh, salted, dried, pickled or otherwise preserved, not further prepared, whether or not dehaired or split.
Common questions
What is the value of raw hides and skins exported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe exported raw hides and skins worth $94.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 294 tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 117 countries worldwide, with 16% of world exports. The value was up 66% on 2023.
Which countries buy raw hides and skins from Zimbabwe?
France was the largest buyer with 64% of the value ($60.8 million), followed by South Africa (26%) and Italy (4%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 12 buyer countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 388% on the year.
What is the average export price of raw hides and skins per kg?
The average declared export value was about $322.80 per kg in 2024, 8696% above the world average of $3.67 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of raw hides and skins from Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Exports went from $29.5 million in 2017 to $94.8 million in 2024, an increase of 222%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $44.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for raw hides and skins?
The HS code for raw hides and skins is heading 4103. In Zimbabwe the largest six-digit codes were 4103.20 (100% of the value) and 4103.90 (0%).
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