China - Leather - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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China Leather Import Price in September 2022
In September 2022, the leather price amounted to $8,317 per ton (CIF, China), which is down by -19% against the previous month. Over the period under review, the import price saw a perceptible decrease. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in February 2022 an increase of 25% m-o-m. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $12,225 per ton. From March 2022 to September 2022, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.
Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin: the country with the highest price was Vietnam ($24.3 per kg), while the price for Uzbekistan ($2,057 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From January 2022 to September 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Vietnam (+9.8%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.
China Leather Import Prices by Type
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplied products. In September 2022, the product with the highest price was chamois, patent and combination leather ($18.2 per kg), while the price for sheep, goat, swine or reptile leather, excluding chamois leather ($5,793 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From January 2022 to September 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by composition leather (+2.4%), while the prices for the other products experienced mixed trend patterns.
China Leather Imports
After two months of decline, overseas purchases of leather increased by 20% to 18K tons in September 2022. Overall, imports, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in March 2022 with an increase of 33% m-o-m. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at 19K tons in January 2022; however, from February 2022 to September 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.
In value terms, leather imports fell modestly to $149M (IndexBox estimates) in September 2022. In general, imports, however, recorded a perceptible curtailment. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in March 2022 with an increase of 22% month-to-month. Imports peaked at 187K tons in January 2022; however, from February 2022 to September 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.
China Leather Imports by Type
In September 2022, leather of bovine and equine animals (15K tons) constituted the largest type of leather supplied to China, with a 85% share of total imports. Moreover, leather of bovine and equine animals exceeded the figures recorded for the second-largest type, sheep, goat, swine or reptile leather, excluding chamois leather (2.3K tons), sevenfold. Chamois, patent and combination leather (159 tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 0.9% share.
From January 2022 to September 2022, the average monthly rate of growth in terms of the volume of import of leather of bovine and equine animals was relatively modest. With regard to the other supplied products, the following average monthly rates of growth were recorded: sheep, goat, swine or reptile leather, excluding chamois leather (+0.0% per month) and chamois, patent and combination leather (+0.9% per month).
In value terms, leather of bovine and equine animals ($131M) constituted the largest type of leather supplied to China, comprising 88% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by sheep, goat, swine or reptile leather, excluding chamois leather ($13M), with a 9% share of total imports. It was followed by chamois, patent and combination leather, with a 1.9% share.
China Leather Imports by Country
Brazil (7.1K tons), the United States (4K tons) and Thailand (2.3K tons) were the main suppliers of leather imports to China, together comprising 74% of total imports. Uzbekistan, Taiwan (Chinese), Mexico, Vietnam and Paraguay lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 13%.
From January 2022 to September 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Uzbekistan (with a CAGR of +14.1%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, Brazil ($34M) constituted the largest supplier of leather to China, comprising 23% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Thailand ($14M), with a 9.1% share of total imports. It was followed by the United States, with a 7.2% share.
From January 2022 to September 2022, the average monthly rate of growth in terms of value from Brazil totaled -3.2%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average monthly rates of imports growth: Thailand (+3.1% per month) and the United States (-7.2% per month).
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the leather market in China. 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
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Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
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- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Trade (exports and imports) in China
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- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
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1. INTRODUCTION
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- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- MARKET STRUCTURE
- TRADE BALANCE
- PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
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7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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From January to July 2021, China's leather imports totalled $1.3B, an increase of 34% over the same period last year. Brazil and Italy are the leading suppliers, comprising more than half of China's leather imports. Over the past year, Italy (+34% y-o-y) significantly increased shipments to China, while supplies from Brazil (-24% y-o-y) declined. The average import price was $4,028 per ton in 2020, rising by 19% over the previous year.
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In value terms, leather and composition leather articles imports stood at $X in 2016. Overall, it indicated a prominent growth from 2007 to 2016: the total imports value decreased at an average ann...
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In value terms, leather and composition leather articles exports amounted to $X in 2016. Overall, it indicated a pronounced expansion from 2007 to 2016: the total exports value decreased at an aver...
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In 2016, approx. X tons of leather were imported worldwide- stabilizing at the previous year level. In general, leather imports continue to indicate a measured shrinkage. The pace of growth appear...
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In 2016, approx. X tons of leather were imported worldwide- stabilizing at the previous year level. In general, leather imports continue to indicate a measured shrinkage. The pace of growth appear...
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Global leather market volume fluctuated mildly, overall indicating slightly upward trend over the last five years.
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From January to July 2021, China's leather imports totalled $1.3B, an increase of 34% over the same period last year. Brazil and Italy are the leading suppliers, comprising more than half of China's leather imports. Over the past year, Italy (+34% y-o-y) significantly increased shipments to China, while supplies from Brazil (-24% y-o-y) declined. The average import price was $4,028 per ton in 2020, rising by 19% over the previous year.
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In value terms, leather and composition leather articles imports stood at $X in 2016. Overall, it indicated a prominent growth from 2007 to 2016: the total imports value decreased at an average ann...
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In value terms, leather and composition leather articles exports amounted to $X in 2016. Overall, it indicated a pronounced expansion from 2007 to 2016: the total exports value decreased at an aver...
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In 2016, approx. X tons of leather were imported worldwide- stabilizing at the previous year level. In general, leather imports continue to indicate a measured shrinkage. The pace of growth appear...
