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Global Leather Market 2024

Leather Market Size

The global leather market fell to $X in 2022, dropping by X% against the previous year. In general, consumption continues to indicate a slight curtailment. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of the global market failed to regain momentum.

Leather Production

In value terms, leather production dropped to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production showed a slight slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when the production volume increased by X%. Over the period under review, global production reached the maximum level at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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Leather Exports

Exports

In 2022, global exports of leather shrank to X square meters, falling by X% against the year before. Over the period under review, exports showed a pronounced decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the global exports hit record highs at X square meters in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, leather exports fell to $X in 2022. In general, exports recorded a abrupt downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of X%. The global exports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Brazil was the largest exporter of leather in the world, with the volume of exports resulting at X square meters, which was approx. X% of total exports in 2022. It was distantly followed by Italy (X square meters) and the United States (X square meters), together committing a X% share of total exports. Paraguay (X square meters), Thailand (X square meters), Uruguay (X square meters), New Zealand (X square meters), China (X square meters), Australia (X square meters), Vietnam (X square meters), South Africa (X square meters), India (X square meters) and Turkey (X square meters) took a minor share of total exports.

Brazil experienced a relatively flat trend pattern with regard to volume of exports of leather. At the same time, Uruguay (X%), China (X%), Thailand (X%) and Paraguay (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Uruguay emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in the world, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2022. Australia experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. By contrast, Turkey (X%), Vietnam (X%), New Zealand (X%), Italy (X%), South Africa (X%), India (X%) and the United States (X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. While the share of Brazil (X p.p.), Paraguay (X p.p.), Uruguay (X p.p.), China (X p.p.) and Thailand (X p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the global exports from 2012-2022, the share of the United States (X p.p.) displayed negative dynamics. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, Italy ($X) remains the largest leather supplier worldwide, comprising X% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Brazil ($X), with an X% share of global exports. It was followed by China, with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value in Italy stood at X%. The remaining exporting countries recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Brazil (X% per year) and China (X% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average leather export price stood at $X per square meter in 2022, with an increase of X% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of X%. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the maximum at $X per square meter in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Italy ($X per square meter), while Paraguay ($X per square meter) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (X%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Leather Imports

Imports

In 2022, the amount of leather imported worldwide declined markedly to X square meters, shrinking by X% on the previous year. Overall, imports continue to indicate a noticeable curtailment. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when imports increased by X%. Global imports peaked at X square meters in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, leather imports contracted to $X in 2022. In general, imports saw a noticeable descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Global imports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2022, China (X square meters), distantly followed by Vietnam (X square meters) and Italy (X square meters) were the main importers of leather, together comprising X% of total imports. The following importers - India (X square meters), Indonesia (X square meters), Mexico (X square meters), Cambodia (X square meters), Thailand (X square meters), Spain (X square meters), Turkey (X square meters) and Hong Kong SAR (X square meters) - together made up X% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main importing countries, was attained by Cambodia (with a CAGR of X%), while imports for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, China ($X), Italy ($X) and Vietnam ($X) constituted the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2022, together accounting for X% of global imports. Indonesia, Thailand, India, Hong Kong SAR, Cambodia, Spain, Mexico and Turkey lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further X%.

Cambodia, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, among the main importing countries over the period under review, while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average leather import price amounted to $X per square meter, growing by X% against the previous year. In general, the import price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Hong Kong SAR ($X per square meter), while Turkey ($X per square meter) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Italy (X%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for leather in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of consumption in 2023 were China, the United States and Turkey, with a combined 26% share of global consumption. Brazil, India, Italy, Vietnam, Indonesia, Pakistan, Nigeria, Bangladesh, Mexico and Ethiopia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 36%.

What are the largest producers of leather in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of production in 2022 were Brazil, the United States and Turkey, with a combined 33% share of global production.

What are the leading exporters of leather in the world?

In value terms, Italy remains the largest leather supplier worldwide, comprising 24% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Brazil, with an 8.6% share of global exports. It was followed by China, with a 6.5% share.

What are the leading importers of leather in the world?

In value terms, China, Italy and Vietnam constituted the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2022, together accounting for 34% of global imports. Indonesia, Thailand, India, Hong Kong SAR, Cambodia, Spain, Mexico and Turkey lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 23%.

What is the average export price for leather in the world?

The average leather export price stood at $5.3 per square meter in 2022, picking up by 11% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for leather in the world?

The average leather import price stood at $6.4 per square meter in 2022, jumping by 46% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global leather market. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 15113100 - Leather, of bovine animals, without hair, whole
Prodcom 15113200 - Leather, of bovine animals, without hair, not whole
Prodcom 15113300 - Leather, of equine animals, without hair
Prodcom 15114130 - Sheep or lamb skin leather without wool on, tanned but not further prepared (excluding chamois leather)
Prodcom 15114150 - Sheep or lamb skin leather without wool on, parchmentdressed or prepared after tanning (excluding chamois, patent, p atent laminated leather and metallised leather)
Prodcom 15114230 - Goat or kid skin leather without hair on, tanned or pre-tanned but not further prepared (excluding chamois leather)
Prodcom 15114250 - Goat or kid skin leather without hair on, parchment-dressed or prepared after tanning (excluding chamois leather, patent leather, patent laminated leather and metallised leather)
Prodcom 15114330 - Leather of swine without hair on, tanned but not further prepared
Prodcom 15114350 - Leather of swine without hair on, parchment-dressed or prepared after tanning (excluding patent leather, patent laminated leather and metallised leather)
Prodcom 15115100 - Leather of other animals, without hair on
Prodcom 15112100 - Chamois leather and combination chamois leather
Prodcom 15112200 - Patent leather, patent laminated leather and metallised leather
Prodcom 15115200 - Composition leather with a basis of leather or leather fibre, in slabs, sheets or strips

Country coverage:

Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:

+ the largest producing countries

Data coverage:

Global market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Global production, split by region and country
Global trade (exports and imports)
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

Company coverage:

Guangzhou Shunhe (Lao'aisi) Leather Goods Co., Ltd., TEYS AUSTRALIA MURGON PTY LTD, RATHNAM LEATHERS, Eagle Ottawa, LLC, Gst Autoleather, Inc., GRUPPO MASTROTTO SPA, NIPPI, INCORPORATED, BOXMARK Leather GmbH & Co KG, RINO MASTROTTO GROUP SPA, CONCERIA PASUBIO SPA

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This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

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How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
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How to outsource production to other countries
How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. GLOBAL IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. GLOBAL EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES

The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- United States
- China
- Japan
- Germany
- United Kingdom
- France
- Brazil
- Italy
- Russian Federation
- India
- Canada
- Australia
- Republic of Korea
- Spain
- Mexico
- Indonesia
- Netherlands
- Turkey
- Saudi Arabia
- Switzerland
- Sweden
- Nigeria
- Poland
- Belgium
- Argentina
- Norway
- Austria
- Thailand
- United Arab Emirates
- Colombia
- Denmark
- South Africa
- Malaysia
- Israel
- Singapore
- Egypt
- Philippines
- Finland
- Chile
- Ireland
- Pakistan
- Greece
- Portugal
- Kazakhstan
- Algeria
- Czech Republic
- Qatar
- Peru
- Romania
- Vietnam
LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
10. Production Volume And Growth
11. Exports And Growth
12. Export Prices And Growth
13. Market Size And Growth
14. Per Capita Consumption
15. Imports And Growth
16. Import Prices
17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
19. Production, By Country, 2023
20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
32. Export Prices, 2012–2023