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Thailand - Sheep or Lamb Skins (Without Wool) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Thailand: Sheepskin And Lambskin Market 2025

Sheepskin And Lambskin Market Size in Thailand

In 2022, the Thai sheepskin and lambskin market decreased by -15.1% to $X, falling for the second year in a row after five years of growth. Over the period under review, consumption recorded a slight setback. Sheepskin and lambskin consumption peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Sheepskin And Lambskin Production in Thailand

In value terms, sheepskin and lambskin production shrank modestly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, saw a precipitous decline. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 with an increase of 928%. Sheepskin and lambskin production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

In 2022, the average sheepskin and lambskin yield in Thailand totaled X kg per head, remaining constant against 2021 figures. Over the period under review, the yield showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 10%. Over the period under review, the average sheepskin and lambskin yield reached the maximum level at X kg per head in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the yield failed to regain momentum.

In 2022, number of animals slaughtered for sheepskin and lambskin production in Thailand reached X heads, approximately mirroring the previous year. Overall, the number of producing animals continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 20%. The number of animals slaughtered for sheepskin and lambskin production peaked at X heads in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, producing animals stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Sheepskin And Lambskin Imports

Imports into Thailand

In 2022, purchases abroad of sheep or lamb skins (without wool) decreased by -11.1% to X tons, falling for the third consecutive year after four years of growth. Overall, imports, however, showed a significant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when imports increased by 406%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, sheepskin and lambskin imports shrank rapidly to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, enjoyed a significant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 639%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Saudi Arabia (X tons) was the main supplier of sheepskin and lambskin to Thailand, accounting for a 93% share of total imports. Moreover, sheepskin and lambskin imports from Saudi Arabia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Myanmar (X tons), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Saudi Arabia stood at -36.0%.

In value terms, Saudi Arabia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of sheep or lamb skins (without wool) to Thailand, comprising 97% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Myanmar ($X), with a 3.2% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Saudi Arabia stood at -8.7%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average sheepskin and lambskin import price amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of -6.3% against the previous year. In general, the import price showed a deep downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when the average import price increased by 282% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 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 Saudi Arabia ($X per ton), while the price for Myanmar amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Saudi Arabia (+42.6%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for sheep or lamb skins (without wool) in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of sheepskin and lambskin consumption, accounting for 45% of total volume. Moreover, sheepskin and lambskin consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, New Zealand, more than tenfold. Turkey ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 3.2% share.

What are the largest producers of sheep or lamb skins (without wool) in the world?

China remains the largest sheepskin and lambskin producing country worldwide, accounting for 31% of total volume. Moreover, sheepskin and lambskin production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Australia, fourfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by New Zealand, with a 4.4% share.

What are the leading suppliers of sheep or lamb skins (without wool) to Thailand?

In value terms, Saudi Arabia constituted the largest supplier of sheepskin and lambskin to Thailand, comprising 81% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Ireland, with a 14% share of total imports.

What is the average export price for sheep or lamb skins (without wool) in Thailand?

The average sheepskin and lambskin export price stood at $3,111 per ton in 2021, almost unchanged from the previous year.

What is the average import price for sheep or lamb skins (without wool) in Thailand?

In 2021, the average sheepskin and lambskin import price amounted to $1,558 per ton, shrinking by -12.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the sheepskin and lambskin market in Thailand. 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:

FCL 995 - Sheepskins, fresh

Country coverage:

Thailand

Data coverage:

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