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Kenya: Sheep Leather Market 2024

Sheep Leather Market Size in Kenya

The Kenyan sheep leather market expanded remarkably to $X in 2021, rising by 13% against the previous year. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +2.3% from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

Sheep Leather Production in Kenya

In value terms, sheep leather production expanded remarkably to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, continues to indicate a pronounced downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the production volume increased by 53%. Over the period under review, production attained the peak level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

Sheep Leather Exports

Exports from Kenya

In 2021, overseas shipments of sheep or lamb skin leather increased by 0.6% to X square meters for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year declining trend. In general, exports, however, recorded a abrupt decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 64%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X square meters. From 2019 to 2021, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, sheep leather exports declined modestly to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw a abrupt curtailment. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 45%. The exports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Pakistan (X square meters), China (X square meters) and Indonesia (X square meters) were the main destinations of sheep leather exports from Kenya, with a combined 54% share of total exports. These countries were followed by Hong Kong SAR, Brazil, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Italy, India and Switzerland, which together accounted for a further 23%.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Brazil (with a CAGR of +18.8%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for sheep leather exported from Kenya were Indonesia ($X), China ($X) and Hong Kong SAR ($X), together comprising 38% of total exports. Pakistan, Italy, Switzerland, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Brazil and India lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 19%.

Democratic Republic of the Congo, with a CAGR of 0.0%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, among the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average sheep leather export price amounted to $X per square meter, reducing by -4.9% against the previous year. In general, the export price continues to indicate a deep contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when the average export price increased by 6.6%. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the maximum at $X per square meter in 2012; however, from 2013 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 Switzerland ($X per square meter), while the average price for exports to Pakistan ($X per square meter) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Switzerland (+12.8%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Sheep Leather Imports

Imports into Kenya

Sheep leather imports into Kenya fell significantly to X square meters in 2021, reducing by -51.1% compared with 2020. Overall, imports, however, enjoyed a strong increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 6,360% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X square meters. From 2018 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, sheep leather imports fell sharply to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, recorded moderate growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 3,561% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2020, and then dropped sharply in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Tanzania (X square meters) was the main sheep leather supplier to Kenya, with a approx. 99% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Tanzania totaled +7.6%.

In value terms, Tanzania ($X) constituted the largest supplier of sheep or lamb skin leather to Kenya.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from Tanzania amounted to +3.9%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average sheep leather import price amounted to $X per square meter, waning by -53.1% against the previous year. Overall, the import price continues to indicate a pronounced slump. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when the average import price increased by 108% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per square meter in 2020, and then fell significantly in the following year.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Tanzania amounted to -3.4% per year.

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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. These countries were followed by Japan, Russia, Pakistan, Nigeria, Brazil, Indonesia, Bangladesh, the UK, Mexico and Ethiopia, which together accounted for 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 Kenya?

In value terms, Tanzania constituted the largest supplier of sheep leather to Kenya.

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

In value terms, Indonesia, China and Hong Kong SAR were the largest markets for sheep leather exported from Kenya worldwide, with a combined 53% share of total exports. Pakistan, Italy, Democratic Republic of the Congo, the United Arab Emirates and Brazil lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 22%.

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

The average sheep leather export price stood at $3.4 per square meter in 2021, reducing by -27.7% against the previous year.

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

The average sheep leather import price stood at $2.1 per square meter in 2021, with an increase of 3.3% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the sheep leather market in Kenya. 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:

Kenya

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Kenya
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 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
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 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
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, 2012–2023
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023