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Germany: Cows Skin Market 2025

Cows Skin Market Size in Germany

In 2021, the German cows skin market was finally on the rise to reach $X for the first time since 2017, thus ending a three-year declining trend. Over the period under review, consumption, however, saw a deep slump. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Cows Skin Production in Germany

In value terms, cows skin production surged to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, showed a abrupt decrease. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Cows Skin Exports

Exports from Germany

In 2021, overseas shipments of raw hides and skins of bovine animals increased by 38% to X tons, rising for the second consecutive year after three years of decline. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a slight decrease. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, cows skin exports expanded sharply to $X in 2021. Overall, exports, however, saw a deep slump. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Austria (X tons), Slovakia (X tons) and Ghana (X tons) were the main destinations of cows skin exports from Germany, together comprising 59% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Ghana (with a CAGR of +24.5%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Italy ($X), Austria ($X) and Slovakia ($X) constituted the largest markets for cows skin exported from Germany worldwide, together accounting for 55% of total exports. Poland, the Netherlands, Ghana, Slovenia, Spain, China, Togo, Indonesia and the Czech Republic lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 37%.

In terms of the main countries of destination, Ghana, with a CAGR of +14.8%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, 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 a decrease of -20.7% against the previous year. Overall, the export price showed a abrupt shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when the average export price increased by 17% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure 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 China ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Ghana ($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 China (+10.6%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Cows Skin Imports

Imports into Germany

After three years of decline, purchases abroad of raw hides and skins of bovine animals increased by 73% to X tons in 2021. In general, imports, however, recorded a perceptible downturn. Imports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, cows skin imports soared to $X in 2021. Overall, imports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt setback. Imports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Austria (X tons) constituted the largest cows skin supplier to Germany, with a 44% share of total imports. Moreover, cows skin imports from Austria exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Italy (X tons), twofold. The third position in this ranking was held by Slovenia (X tons), with a 17% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Austria totaled -7.2%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Italy (-4.2% per year) and Slovenia (+22.4% per year).

In value terms, Austria ($X), Spain ($X) and Slovenia ($X) were the largest cows skin suppliers to Germany, together accounting for 82% of total imports.

In terms of the main suppliers, Spain, with a CAGR of +33.4%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average cows skin import price amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of -7.1% against the previous year. Overall, the import price continues to indicate a slight decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the average import price increased by 15%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat 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 the UK ($X per ton), while the price for the Netherlands ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Spain (+1.9%), 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 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?

The country with the largest volume of cows skin production was China, 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 Germany?

In value terms, Spain, Slovenia and Austria appeared to be the largest cows skin suppliers to Germany, together comprising 71% of total imports.

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

In value terms, Italy remains the key foreign market for cows skin exports from Germany, comprising 33% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Slovakia, with a 14% share of total exports. It was followed by Austria, with a 14% share.

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

In 2020, the average cows skin export price amounted to $682 per ton, declining by -22.7% against the previous year.

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

The average cows skin import price stood at $815 per ton in 2020, growing by 18% against the previous year.

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

Germany

Data coverage:

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

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1. INTRODUCTION

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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
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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