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Argentina: Cows Skin Market 2025

Cows Skin Market Size in Argentina

After two years of decline, the Argentinian cows skin market increased by 19% to $X in 2021. In general, consumption, however, recorded a noticeable decrease. Over the period under review, the market reached the maximum level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Cows Skin Production in Argentina

In value terms, cows skin production skyrocketed to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, continues to indicate a deep contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the production volume increased by 32% against the previous year. Cows skin production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Cows Skin Exports

Exports from Argentina

Cows skin exports from Argentina declined sharply to X tons in 2021, which is down by -24.5% against the previous year's figure. In general, exports saw a abrupt decrease. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 1,529% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, cows skin exports fell significantly to $X in 2021. Overall, exports showed a sharp decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when exports increased by 1,750%. The exports peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Vietnam (X tons) was the main destination for cows skin exports from Argentina, with a 94% share of total exports. It was followed by India (X tons), with a 1.9% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Vietnam totaled -15.2%.

In value terms, Vietnam ($X) remains the key foreign market for raw hides and skins of bovine animals exports from Argentina, comprising 93% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by India ($X), with a 2.6% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Vietnam totaled -25.1%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average cows skin export price amounted to $X per ton, picking up by 9.9% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, showed a abrupt shrinkage. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when the average export price increased by 14% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major external markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was India ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Vietnam totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to South Africa (-1.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Cows Skin Imports

Imports into Argentina

In 2017, supplies from abroad of raw hides and skins of bovine animals decreased by 0% to X tons, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of growth. Overall, imports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when imports increased by 120% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2016 to 2017, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, cows skin imports stood at $X in 2017. Over the period under review, imports saw a measured increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 with an increase of 154%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2016 to 2017, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2017, Uruguay (X tons) was the main cows skin supplier to Argentina, with a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2014 to 2017, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Uruguay was relatively modest.

In value terms, Uruguay ($X) constituted the largest supplier of raw hides and skins of bovine animals to Argentina.

From 2014 to 2017, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Uruguay totaled +4.9%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2017, the average cows skin import price amounted to $X per ton, almost unchanged from the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price continues to indicate measured growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when the average import price increased by 15%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2016 to 2017, the average import prices remained at a lower figure.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Uruguay.

From 2014 to 2017, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Uruguay amounted to +4.9% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for raw hides and skins of bovine animals in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of cows skin consumption, accounting for 17% of total volume. Moreover, cows skin consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, twofold. The United States ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 5.4% share.

What are the largest producers of raw hides and skins of bovine animals in the world?

The country with the largest volume of cows skin production was China, accounting for 17% of total volume. Moreover, cows skin production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 5.5% share.

What are the leading suppliers of raw hides and skins of bovine animals to Argentina?

In value terms, Uruguay constituted the largest supplier of cows skin to Argentina.

What are the leading importers of raw hides and skins of bovine animals from Argentina?

In value terms, Vietnam remains the key foreign market for cows skin exports from Argentina.

What is the average export price for raw hides and skins of bovine animals in Argentina?

The average cows skin export price stood at $615 per ton in 2020, dropping by -36.2% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for raw hides and skins of bovine animals in Argentina?

The average cows skin import price stood at $554 per ton in 2017, approximately mirroring the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the cows skin market in Argentina. 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 10114200 - Raw hides and skins of bovine or equine animals, whole (except those linked to HS

Country coverage:

Argentina

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Argentina
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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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. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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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
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
4. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
5. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION, PRODUCING ANIMALS AND YIELD
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
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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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Yield And Growth
16. Exports And Growth
17. Export Prices And Growth
18. Market Size And Growth
19. Per Capita Consumption
20. Imports And Growth
21. Import Prices
22. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
23. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
24. Producing Animals Slaughtered, 2012–2024
25. Yield, 2012–2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
28. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
30. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
31. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
34. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
36. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
37. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024