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Australia: Cows Skin Market 2025

Cows Skin Market Size in Australia

In 2021, the Australian cows skin market increased by 12% to $X, rising for the second year in a row after four years of decline. Over the period under review, consumption, however, recorded a abrupt descent. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Cows Skin Production in Australia

In value terms, cows skin production expanded markedly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, showed a abrupt decline. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Cows Skin Exports

Exports from Australia

In 2021, shipments abroad of raw hides and skins of bovine animals decreased by -23% to X tons, falling for the second consecutive year after five years of growth. Over the period under review, exports recorded a perceptible descent. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 79%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, cows skin exports contracted to $X in 2021. Overall, exports saw a deep downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when exports increased by 61%. The exports peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Nigeria (X tons), Indonesia (X tons) and Togo (X tons) were the main destinations of cows skin exports from Australia, together comprising 79% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Nigeria (with a CAGR of +155.2%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for cows skin exported from Australia were Italy ($X), Taiwan (Chinese) ($X) and Indonesia ($X), with a combined 69% share of total exports. Nigeria, Togo, China, Thailand, the United Arab Emirates and South Africa lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 30%.

Nigeria, with a CAGR of +213.8%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, among the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average cows skin export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, with an increase of 13% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, continues to indicate a abrupt setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 an increase of 75% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Taiwan (Chinese) ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to South Africa ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Nigeria (+23.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Cows Skin Imports

Imports into Australia

In 2021, supplies from abroad of raw hides and skins of bovine animals decreased by -5.8% to X tons for the first time since 2016, thus ending a four-year rising trend. Over the period under review, imports, however, enjoyed significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 142% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X tons in 2020, and then reduced in the following year.

In value terms, cows skin imports contracted modestly to $X in 2021. Overall, imports, however, showed significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 223%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

New Zealand (X tons) and China (X tons) were the main suppliers of cows skin imports to Australia.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by China (with a CAGR of +68.0%).

In value terms, the largest cows skin suppliers to Australia were New Zealand ($X) and China ($X).

China, with a CAGR of +41.5%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review.

Import Prices by Country

The average cows skin import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, standing approx. at the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, continues to indicate a abrupt decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 an increase of 34%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while the price for New Zealand stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by New Zealand (-7.2%).

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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 remains the largest cows skin consuming country worldwide, accounting for 17% of total volume. Moreover, cows skin consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 5.4% share.

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

China constituted the country with the largest volume of cows skin production, comprising approx. 17% of total volume. Moreover, cows skin production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, twofold. The United States ranked third in terms of total production with a 5.5% share.

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

In value terms, New Zealand and China were the largest cows skin suppliers to Australia.

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

In value terms, the largest markets for cows skin exported from Australia were Togo, Indonesia and Taiwan Chinese), together comprising 67% of total exports.

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

The average cows skin export price stood at $501 per ton in 2020, waning by -50.9% against the previous year.

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

The average cows skin import price stood at $806 per ton in 2020, dropping by -13.5% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the cows skin market in Australia. 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:

Australia

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Australia
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
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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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