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Republic of Korea - Prepared Skins of Birds - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Republic of Korea: Prepared Birds Skin Market 2025

Prepared Birds Skin Market Size in Republic of Korea

The South Korean prepared birds skin market expanded notably to $X in 2022, growing by 5.1% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the total consumption indicated a tangible increase from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +3.3% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, consumption decreased by -4.4% against 2020 indices. Over the period under review, the market reached the maximum level at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Prepared Birds Skin Production in Republic of Korea

In value terms, prepared birds skin production expanded significantly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, the total production indicated pronounced growth from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +3.9% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, production decreased by -4.9% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of 60%. Prepared birds skin production peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

Prepared Birds Skin Exports

Exports from Republic of Korea

In 2022, overseas shipments of prepared skins of birds decreased by -83.5% to X kg for the first time since 2018, thus ending a three-year rising trend. Over the period under review, exports, however, posted resilient growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 when exports increased by 6,138% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, prepared birds skin exports fell dramatically to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, showed a strong expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 2,630%. The exports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Vietnam (X kg) was the main destination for prepared birds skin exports from South Korea, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Vietnam totaled -11.4%.

In value terms, Vietnam ($X) also remains the key foreign market for prepared skins of birds exports from South Korea.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Vietnam amounted to +1.3%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average prepared birds skin export price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 18% against the previous year. In general, the export price recorded modest growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the average export price increased by 662%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2019 to 2022, the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Germany amounted to +184.4% per year.

Prepared Birds Skin Imports

Imports into Republic of Korea

In 2022, overseas purchases of prepared skins of birds decreased by -8.6% to X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a three-year rising trend. In general, imports, however, enjoyed a strong expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 129%. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2021, and then contracted in the following year.

In value terms, prepared birds skin imports soared to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a prominent increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 198%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

Imports by Country

In 2022, China (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of prepared birds skin to South Korea, accounting for a 85% share of total imports. Moreover, prepared birds skin imports from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Italy (X tons), sevenfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from China totaled +3.7%.

In value terms, Italy ($X) and China ($X) were the largest prepared birds skin suppliers to South Korea.

Italy, with a CAGR of +78.7%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average prepared birds skin import price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 59% against the previous year. In general, the import price enjoyed a resilient expansion. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Italy ($X per ton), while the price for China stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+0.9%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for prepared skins of birds in the world?

France remains the largest prepared birds skin consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 26% of total volume. Moreover, prepared birds skin consumption in France exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, China, threefold. The United States ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 6.4% share.

What are the largest producers of prepared skins of birds in the world?

France remains the largest prepared birds skin producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 26% of total volume. Moreover, prepared birds skin production in France exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, China, twofold. The United States ranked third in terms of total production with a 6.3% share.

What are the leading suppliers of prepared skins of birds to Republic of Korea?

In value terms, China, Italy and Vietnam appeared to be the largest prepared birds skin suppliers to South Korea, together accounting for 93% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of prepared skins of birds from Republic of Korea?

In value terms, Vietnam remains the key foreign market for prepared birds skin exports from South Korea, comprising 88% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by China, with a 12% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for prepared skins of birds in Republic of Korea?

In 2021, the average prepared birds skin export price amounted to $39,922 per ton, surging by 7.7% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for prepared skins of birds in Republic of Korea?

In 2021, the average prepared birds skin import price amounted to $29,288 per ton, increasing by 21% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the prepared birds skin market in Republic of Korea. 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 10125000 - Prepared skins of birds with feathers or down, feathers, etc.

Country coverage:

South Korea

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Republic of Korea
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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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
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Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
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Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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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
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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