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South Africa: Hide Preparing Machinery Market 2025

Hide Preparing Machinery Market Size in South Africa

The South African hide preparing machinery market dropped notably to $X in 2022, waning by -50.7% against the previous year. In general, consumption continues to indicate a pronounced descent. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X, and then declined significantly in the following year.

Hide Preparing Machinery Production in South Africa

In value terms, hide preparing machinery production reached $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production showed slight growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 2.2% against the previous year. Hide preparing machinery production peaked at $X in 2020; afterwards, it flattened through to 2022.

Hide Preparing Machinery Exports

Exports from South Africa

In 2022, hide preparing machinery exports from South Africa skyrocketed to X units, jumping by 533% against the year before. Over the period under review, exports saw strong growth. The exports peaked at X units in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, hide preparing machinery exports surged to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, showed a abrupt slump. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Zimbabwe (X units), Mozambique (X units) and Namibia (X units) were the main destinations of hide preparing machinery exports from South Africa, with a combined 68% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Mozambique (with a CAGR of +43.1%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Zimbabwe ($X), Turkey ($X) and Namibia ($X) were the largest markets for hide preparing machinery exported from South Africa worldwide, together accounting for 89% of total exports. Italy, Mozambique, Lesotho, Sudan, Swaziland and Botswana lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 11%.

In terms of the main countries of destination, Mozambique, with a CAGR of +52.2%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to 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

In 2022, the average hide preparing machinery export price amounted to $X per unit, jumping by 802% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, faced a abrupt contraction. The export price peaked at $X per unit in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major external markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Turkey ($X per unit), while the average price for exports to Botswana ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Angola (+5,276.7%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Hide Preparing Machinery Imports

Imports into South Africa

In 2022, hide preparing machinery imports into South Africa fell markedly to X units, which is down by -66.8% on 2021 figures. Overall, imports continue to indicate a perceptible slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 1,002%. As a result, imports attained the peak of X units, and then fell dramatically in the following year.

In value terms, hide preparing machinery imports contracted dramatically to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports showed a abrupt shrinkage. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 382%. Imports peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Germany (X units) constituted the largest hide preparing machinery supplier to South Africa, with a 84% share of total imports. Moreover, hide preparing machinery imports from Germany exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Italy (X units), ninefold. The third position in this ranking was taken by China (X units), with a 2.1% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Germany stood at +66.1%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Italy (-14.5% per year) and China (-14.0% per year).

In value terms, the largest hide preparing machinery suppliers to South Africa were Italy ($X), Germany ($X) and China ($X), together comprising 74% of total imports.

Germany, with a CAGR of +64.9%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Import Prices by Country

The average hide preparing machinery import price stood at $X per unit in 2022, waning by -47.8% against the previous year. Overall, the import price saw a pronounced descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 an increase of 66% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per unit in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Italy ($X per unit), while the price for the Netherlands ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+7.5%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for machinery for preparing, tanning or working hides, skins or leather in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, Spain and Italy, together accounting for 45% of global consumption. These countries were followed by Vietnam, Sudan, the UK, Myanmar, Austria, Brazil, the United States, Switzerland, Indonesia and Thailand, which together accounted for a further 34%.

What are the largest producers of machinery for preparing, tanning or working hides, skins or leather in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were Italy, China and Spain, together accounting for 84% of global production. Sudan and Brazil lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 6.1%.

What are the leading suppliers of machinery for preparing, tanning or working hides, skins or leather to South Africa?

In value terms, Uruguay constituted the largest supplier of hide preparing machinery to South Africa, comprising 4.5% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by China, with a 1.3% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of machinery for preparing, tanning or working hides, skins or leather from South Africa?

In value terms, Angola remains the key foreign market for hide preparing machinery exports from South Africa, comprising 49% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Italy, with a 16% share of total exports. It was followed by Mexico, with a 9.5% share.

What is the average export price for machinery for preparing, tanning or working hides, skins or leather in South Africa?

The average hide preparing machinery export price stood at $2,102 per unit in 2021, approximately mirroring the previous year.

What is the average import price for machinery for preparing, tanning or working hides, skins or leather in South Africa?

The average hide preparing machinery import price stood at $12,884 per unit in 2021, increasing by 52% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the hide preparing machinery market in South Africa. 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 28943030 - Machinery for preparing, tanning or working hides, skins or leather

Country coverage:

South Africa

Data coverage:

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