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Kuwait: Sheep Leather Market 2025

Sheep Leather Market Size in Kuwait

The Kuwaiti sheep leather market expanded markedly to $X in 2021, increasing by 5.6% against the previous year. Overall, consumption recorded a buoyant increase. Sheep leather consumption peaked in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Sheep Leather Production in Kuwait

In value terms, sheep leather production amounted to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production continues to indicate a buoyant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when the production volume increased by 134% against the previous year. Sheep leather production peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

Sheep Leather Exports

Exports from Kuwait

Sheep leather exports from Kuwait surged to X square meters in 2021, growing by 97% against the previous year's figure. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt descent. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 158% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X square meters. From 2016 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, sheep leather exports reduced to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded a abrupt downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 with an increase of 98% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

China (X square meters) was the main destination for sheep leather exports from Kuwait, with a 51% share of total exports. Moreover, sheep leather exports to China exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Pakistan (X square meters), fourfold. Syrian Arab Republic (X square meters) ranked third in terms of total exports with a 14% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to China totaled -4.6%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Pakistan (+6.3% per year) and Syrian Arab Republic (-11.1% per year).

In value terms, the largest markets for sheep leather exported from Kuwait were Saudi Arabia ($X), China ($X) and Syrian Arab Republic ($X), with a combined 87% share of total exports.

Saudi Arabia, with a CAGR of -5.3%, recorded 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, shrinking by -56.7% against the previous year. Overall, the export price showed a abrupt contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 an increase of 111% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure at $X per square meter in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Saudi Arabia ($X per square meter), while the average price for exports to Pakistan ($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 Saudi Arabia (+18.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Sheep Leather Imports

Imports into Kuwait

In 2021, purchases abroad of sheep or lamb skin leather was finally on the rise to reach X square meters after five years of decline. Overall, imports, however, continue to indicate a precipitous decrease. 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 surged to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, faced a dramatic decrease. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Saudi Arabia (X square meters) was the main supplier of sheep leather to Kuwait, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Saudi Arabia stood at -46.5%.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from Saudi Arabia stood at -46.1%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average sheep leather import price amounted to $X per square meter, growing by 125% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price recorded a prominent expansion. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Saudi Arabia amounted to +0.7% 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. Japan, Russia, Pakistan, Nigeria, Brazil, Indonesia, Bangladesh, the UK, Mexico and Ethiopia lagged somewhat behind, together accounting 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 Kuwait?

In value terms, Saudi Arabia constituted the largest supplier of sheep leather to Kuwait.

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

In value terms, China emerged as the key foreign market for sheep leather exports from Kuwait, comprising 72% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Syrian Arab Republic, with a 6.2% share of total exports. It was followed by Pakistan, with a 5.4% share.

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

In 2021, the average sheep leather export price amounted to $2.4 per square meter, with an increase of 43% against the previous year.

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

In 2021, the average sheep leather import price amounted to $0.5 per square meter, declining by -99.2% against the previous year.

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

Kuwait

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Kuwait
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