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Sweden: Cows Skin Market 2025

Cows Skin Market Size in Sweden

In 2021, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in the Swedish cows skin market, when its value increased by 42% to $X. Over the period under review, consumption, however, continues to indicate a abrupt decline. Cows skin consumption peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Cows Skin Production in Sweden

In value terms, cows skin production expanded significantly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, continues to indicate a abrupt decrease. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 41% against the previous year. Cows skin production peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

Cows Skin Exports

Exports from Sweden

In 2021, approx. X tons of raw hides and skins of bovine animals were exported from Sweden; declining by -57.1% against the year before. In general, exports saw a abrupt contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 when exports increased by 15% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, cows skin exports soared to $X in 2021. Overall, exports showed a abrupt downturn. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Italy (X tons) and the Netherlands (X tons) were the main destinations of cows skin exports from Sweden.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for the Netherlands (with a CAGR of +82.4%).

In value terms, Italy ($X) and the Netherlands ($X) were the largest markets for cows skin exported from Sweden worldwide.

In terms of the main countries of destination, the Netherlands, with a CAGR of +49.6%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average cows skin export price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 260% against the previous year. Overall, the export price recorded a prominent increase. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major foreign markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Italy ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the Netherlands stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Italy (+6.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Cows Skin Imports

Imports into Sweden

In 2021, purchases abroad of raw hides and skins of bovine animals decreased by -97.8% to X kg, falling for the third consecutive year after two years of growth. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a precipitous contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 553% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, cows skin imports reduced markedly to $X in 2021. Overall, imports recorded a dramatic downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by 954%. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, the UK (X kg) constituted the largest cows skin supplier to Sweden, with a 72% share of total imports. Moreover, cows skin imports from the UK exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, India (X kg), threefold. The third position in this ranking was held by Taiwan (Chinese) (X kg), with a 3.1% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from the UK stood at -49.6%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: India (+3.8% per year) and Taiwan (Chinese) (-50.0% per year).

In value terms, the UK ($X) constituted the largest supplier of raw hides and skins of bovine animals to Sweden, comprising 73% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by India ($X), with a 22% share of total imports. It was followed by China, with a 4.2% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from the UK stood at -27.8%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: India (-1.9% per year) and China (-18.4% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average cows skin import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, which is down by -15.4% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, recorded a significant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when the average import price increased by 532% against the previous year. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton, and then shrank dramatically in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while the price for Taiwan (Chinese) ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+45.2%), 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 raw hides and skins of bovine animals in the world?

China remains the largest cows skin consuming country worldwide, accounting for 17% of total volume. Moreover, cows skin consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 5.4% share.

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

The country with the largest volume of cows skin production was China, comprising approx. 17% of total volume. Moreover, cows skin production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 5.5% share.

What are the leading suppliers of raw hides and skins of bovine animals to Sweden?

In value terms, the United States constituted the largest supplier of cows skin to Sweden.

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

In value terms, the largest markets for cows skin exported from Sweden were Italy, the Netherlands and Denmark, together accounting for 100% of total exports.

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

The average cows skin export price stood at $585 per ton in 2020, increasing by 11% against the previous year.

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

In 2020, the average cows skin import price amounted to $40,777 per ton, picking up by 387% against the previous year.

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

Sweden

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Sweden
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
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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