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Ecuador: Sheep Leather Market 2025

Sheep Leather Market Size in Ecuador

The Ecuadorian sheep leather market rose remarkably to $X in 2021, growing by 9.2% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption posted a remarkable increase. Over the period under review, the market reached the maximum level at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Sheep Leather Production in Ecuador

In value terms, sheep leather production amounted to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production posted a buoyant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when the production volume increased by 95% against the previous year. Sheep leather production peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, production failed to regain momentum.

Sheep Leather Exports

Exports from Ecuador

In 2021, approx. X square meters of sheep or lamb skin leather were exported from Ecuador; with a decrease of -11.4% against 2020 figures. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a abrupt shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 56% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X square meters. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, sheep leather exports expanded remarkably to $X in 2021. In general, exports, however, enjoyed a strong increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when exports increased by 51% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Exports by Country

Italy (X square meters) was the main destination for sheep leather exports from Ecuador, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Italy totaled -4.9%.

In value terms, Italy ($X) also remains the key foreign market for sheep or lamb skin leather exports from Ecuador.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Italy amounted to +15.7%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average sheep leather export price amounted to $X per square meter, increasing by 24% against the previous year. In general, the export price showed significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 an increase of 44% against the previous year. The export price peaked in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Italy.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Italy amounted to +21.7% per year.

Sheep Leather Imports

Imports into Ecuador

In 2021, overseas purchases of sheep or lamb skin leather increased by 8.5% to X square meters, rising for the seventh year in a row after two years of decline. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a abrupt shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 with an increase of 130%. Imports peaked at X square meters in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, sheep leather imports rose slightly to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, recorded a abrupt decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when imports increased by 119%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Peru (X square meters) was the main sheep leather supplier to Ecuador, accounting for a 98% share of total imports. It was followed by Italy (X square meters), with a 1.9% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Peru amounted to -11.8%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Italy (-5.4% per year) and Brazil (-35.7% per year).

In value terms, Peru ($X) constituted the largest supplier of sheep or lamb skin leather to Ecuador, comprising 76% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Italy ($X), with a 24% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from Peru amounted to -14.2%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Italy (-10.9% per year) and Brazil (-45.7% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average sheep leather import price amounted to $X per square meter, dropping by -5.5% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price saw a drastic downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the average import price increased by 48%. The import price peaked at $X per square meter in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Italy ($X per square meter), while the price for Peru ($X per square meter) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Peru (-2.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for sheep or lamb skin leather in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of sheep leather consumption in 2021 were China, the United States and India, with a combined 30% share of global consumption. Japan, Russia, Pakistan, Nigeria, Brazil, Indonesia, Bangladesh, the UK, Mexico and Ethiopia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 26%.

What are the largest producers of sheep or lamb skin leather in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of sheep leather production in 2021 were China, the United States and India, with a combined 29% share of global production. These countries were followed by Japan, Nigeria, Russia, Pakistan, Brazil, Indonesia, Bangladesh, the UK, Mexico and Ethiopia, which together accounted for a further 26%.

What are the leading suppliers of sheep or lamb skin leather to Ecuador?

In value terms, Peru constituted the largest supplier of sheep leather to Ecuador, comprising 75% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Italy, with a 23% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of sheep or lamb skin leather from Ecuador?

In value terms, Italy remains the key foreign market for sheep leather exports from Ecuador.

What is the average export price for sheep or lamb skin leather in Ecuador?

In 2021, the average sheep leather export price amounted to $64 per square meter, rising by 24% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for sheep or lamb skin leather in Ecuador?

The average sheep leather import price stood at $3.1 per square meter in 2021, which is down by -6.2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the sheep leather market in Ecuador. 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 15114130 - Sheep or lamb skin leather without wool on, tanned but not further prepared (excluding chamois leather)

Country coverage:

Ecuador

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Ecuador
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. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. 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 VOLUME AND VALUE
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. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024