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U.S. Leather and Hide Market. Analysis and Forecast to 2030

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U.S.: Leather And Hide Market 2022

Leather And Hide Market Size in the U.S.

In 2021, the U.S. leather and hide market increased by 9.7% to $X for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year declining trend. In general, consumption, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Leather And Hide Production in the U.S.

In value terms, leather and hide production amounted to $X in 2021. Overall, production, however, showed a perceptible downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 with an increase of 9.6%. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2021, production growth remained at a lower figure.

Leather And Hide Exports

Exports from the U.S.

In 2021, after six years of decline, there was significant growth in shipments abroad of leather and hide, when their volume increased by 37% to X units. Overall, exports, however, saw a abrupt decrease. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at X units in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, leather and hide exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded a deep setback. The exports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Mexico (X units) was the main destination for leather and hide exports from the United States, with a 693% share of total exports. Moreover, leather and hide exports to Mexico exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Canada (X units), sevenfold. Vietnam (X units) ranked third in terms of total exports with a 91% share.

From 2020 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Mexico totaled +38.3%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Canada (+24.9% per year) and Vietnam (+26.7% per year).

In value terms, Mexico ($X), China ($X) and Vietnam ($X) were the largest markets for leather and hide exported from the United States worldwide, together comprising 62% of total exports. Italy, Thailand, Canada, the Dominican Republic, Cambodia, Hong Kong SAR, Hungary and India lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 28%.

The Dominican Republic, with a CAGR of +251.3%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, among the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Leather And Hide Imports

Imports into the U.S.

In 2021, overseas purchases of leather and hide were finally on the rise to reach X units after two years of decline. Overall, imports, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when imports increased by 23% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of X units. From 2017 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, leather and hide imports surged to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, saw a pronounced decline. Imports peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

Italy (X units), Brazil (X units) and Mexico (X units) were the main suppliers of leather and hide imports to the United States.

From 2020 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Spain (with a CAGR of +180.8%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest leather and hide suppliers to the United States were Italy ($X), Brazil ($X) and Mexico ($X), together accounting for 70% of total imports. Argentina, Germany, Spain, South Africa, China, Austria and the UK lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 17%.

Spain, with a CAGR of +180.9%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

In value terms, Italy, Brazil and Mexico were the largest leather and hide suppliers to the United States, together accounting for 70% of total imports. Argentina, Germany, Spain, South Africa, China, Austria, Turkey and the UK lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 18%.
In value terms, the largest markets for leather and hide exported from the United States were Mexico, China and Vietnam, together accounting for 62% of total exports. Italy, Thailand, Canada, Taiwan Chinese) and Cambodia lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 26%.
The average leather and hide export price stood at $76 per unit in 2021, increasing by 4.4% against the previous year.
In 2021, the average leather and hide import price amounted to $30 per unit, picking up by 12% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the leather and hide market in the U.S.. 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:

  • NAICS 316110 - Leather and hide tanning and finishing

Companies mentioned:

  • Eagle Ottawa
  • Andrew Alexander Inc
  • Gst Autoleather
  • McAdoo & Allen
  • Oklahoma Leather Products
  • Everett Smith Group
  • Horween Leather Company
  • Wickett & Craig of America
  • Pearl Leather Finishers
  • Edsim Leather Co.
  • National Beef Leathers
  • Action
  • Hermann Oak Leather Company
  • Seidel Tanning Corporation
  • Afx Industries
  • Tasman Industries
  • Hawtan Leathers
  • S.B.foot Tanning Company
  • Twin City Hide
  • Texpac Hide & Skin
  • Twin City Tanning Company
  • Trebbianno
  • D. R. Diedrich & Co.
  • Albert Trostel & Sons Company
  • The Myers Group
  • Branco Leather
  • Pearl Meadow Stables
  • Lombardo
  • Pearl Leather Group
  • Gutmann & Day Leather Co.
  • Smith Greentech Tannery

Country coverage:

  • United States

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in the U.S.
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 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. 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. 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. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES

  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE

  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  11. 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

  12. 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
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