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New Zealand - Raw Hides and Skins of Bovine Animals - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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New Zealand: Cows Skin Market 2025

Cows Skin Market Size in New Zealand

In 2021, the New Zealand cows skin market was finally on the rise to reach $X after three years of decline. Over the period under review, consumption, however, continues to indicate a noticeable downturn. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of the market remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Cows Skin Production in New Zealand

In value terms, cows skin production expanded significantly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, recorded a noticeable descent. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when the production volume increased by 27%. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2021, production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Cows Skin Exports

Exports from New Zealand

Cows skin exports from New Zealand soared to X tons in 2021, growing by 128% on the year before. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw a pronounced shrinkage. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 264%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, cows skin exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. In general, exports, however, saw a dramatic setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 207% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Australia (X tons) was the main destination for cows skin exports from New Zealand, with a 73% share of total exports. Moreover, cows skin exports to Australia exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, China (X tons), sevenfold. Germany (X tons) ranked third in terms of total exports with an 11% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Australia stood at +10.5%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: China (-11.9% per year) and Germany (+58.0% per year).

In value terms, Australia ($X) remains the key foreign market for raw hides and skins of bovine animals exports from New Zealand, comprising 73% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by China ($X), with an 11% share of total exports. It was followed by Germany, with an 11% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Australia stood at -1.8%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: China (-34.9% per year) and Germany (+7.5% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average cows skin export price amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of -9% against the previous year. Overall, the export price saw a dramatic setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when the average export price increased by 45% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2021, the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major foreign markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the highest price was recorded for prices to Germany ($X per ton) and the UK ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to China ($X per ton) and Australia ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to South Africa (+66.1%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Cows Skin Imports

Imports into New Zealand

In 2021, approx. X tons of raw hides and skins of bovine animals were imported into New Zealand; declining by -7.8% on 2020. In general, imports faced a abrupt contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 789%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, cows skin imports stood at $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a abrupt setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 698%. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, South Africa (X tons) was the main cows skin supplier to New Zealand, with a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from South Africa was relatively modest.

In value terms, South Africa ($X) constituted the largest supplier of raw hides and skins of bovine animals to New Zealand.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from South Africa was relatively modest.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average cows skin import price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 10% against the previous year. In general, the import price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when the average import price increased by 41%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2016 to 2021, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Australia amounted to +7.9% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

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

The country with the largest volume of cows skin consumption was China, accounting for 17% of total volume. Moreover, cows skin consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, twofold. The United States ranked third in terms of total consumption 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 New Zealand?

In value terms, Thailand constituted the largest supplier of cows skin to New Zealand.

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

In value terms, Australia, Germany and China constituted the largest markets for cows skin exported from New Zealand worldwide, with a combined 93% share of total exports.

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

In 2020, the average cows skin export price amounted to $661 per ton, waning by -9.2% against the previous year.

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

The average cows skin import price stood at $796 per ton in 2020, rising by 12% against the previous year.

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

New Zealand

Data coverage:

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