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Global Cows Skin Market 2025

Cows Skin Market Size

In 2021, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in the global cows skin market, when its value increased by 7.3% to $X. Overall, consumption showed a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2019 to 2021, the growth of the global market failed to regain momentum.

Cows Skin Production

In value terms, cows skin production rose remarkably to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the production volume increased by 20% against the previous year. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2019 to 2021, global production growth remained at a lower figure.

China (X tons) remains the largest cows skin producing country worldwide, accounting for 18% of total volume. Moreover, cows skin production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India (X tons), threefold. The third position in this ranking was held by the United States (X tons), with a 5.5% share.

In China, cows skin production expanded at an average annual rate of +6.2% over the period from 2012-2021. The remaining producing countries recorded the following average annual rates of production growth: India (+5.2% per year) and the United States (+1.0% per year).

Cows Skin Exports

Exports

In 2021, overseas shipments of raw hides and skins of bovine animals were finally on the rise to reach X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Overall, exports, however, recorded a slight downturn. The global exports peaked at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, cows skin exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. In general, exports, however, recorded a abrupt decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when exports increased by 24% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of the global exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

In 2021, Italy (X tons), distantly followed by Austria (X tons), the United States (X tons), Germany (X tons), Slovakia (X tons), Slovenia (X tons) and China (X tons) represented the major exporters of raw hides and skins of bovine animals, together making up 71% of total exports. France (X tons), Hong Kong SAR (X tons), Australia (X tons), Portugal (X tons), Poland (X tons) and Mexico (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

Exports from Italy increased at an average annual rate of +4.8% from 2012 to 2021. At the same time, Mexico (+59.0%), Hong Kong SAR (+13.1%), Slovenia (+8.8%), France (+8.3%), China (+7.8%), Portugal (+4.5%) and Slovakia (+3.2%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Mexico emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in the world, with a CAGR of +59.0% from 2012-2021. Austria and Poland experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. By contrast, Germany (-1.9%), Australia (-3.1%) and the United States (-8.7%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. From 2012 to 2021, the share of Italy, Slovenia, China, Slovakia, Hong Kong SAR and France increased by +10, +2.7, +2.5, +2.3, +2.2 and +2 percentage points, respectively. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, Italy ($X), Austria ($X) and France ($X) constituted the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2021, together accounting for 42% of global exports. Germany, the United States, China, Hong Kong SAR, Slovakia, Slovenia, Poland, Australia, Mexico and Portugal lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 38%.

Among the main exporting countries, Mexico, with a CAGR of +47.4%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average cows skin export price amounted to $X per ton, which is down by -4.4% against the previous year. Overall, the export price saw a deep downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 an increase of 12%. The global export price peaked at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was France ($X per ton), while Portugal ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Portugal (+4.3%), while the other global leaders experienced mixed trends in the export price figures.

Cows Skin Imports

Imports

In 2021, supplies from abroad of raw hides and skins of bovine animals was finally on the rise to reach X tons after three years of decline. In general, imports, however, recorded a mild curtailment. Global imports peaked at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, cows skin imports rose remarkably to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 16%. Over the period under review, global imports attained the maximum at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Japan (X tons), Indonesia (X tons), Serbia (X tons), Italy (X tons), Germany (X tons), Nigeria (X tons), Spain (X tons), Turkey (X tons), Ghana (X tons), the United States (X tons), Thailand (X tons) and Austria (X tons) was the major importer of raw hides and skins of bovine animals in the world, making up 76% of total import. Slovenia (X tons) took a minor share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the leading importing countries, was attained by the United States (with a CAGR of +49.1%), while imports for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Indonesia ($X), Japan ($X) and Germany ($X) were the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2021, together comprising 26% of global imports. These countries were followed by Serbia, Thailand, Italy, Nigeria, Spain, Turkey, the United States, Slovenia, Austria and Ghana, which together accounted for a further 48%.

Among the main importing countries, Nigeria, with a CAGR of +38.8%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average cows skin import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, falling by -5.3% against the previous year. Overall, the import price recorded a abrupt slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the average import price increased by 13%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2015 to 2021, the average import prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Thailand ($X per ton), while Ghana ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Indonesia (+1.5%), while the other global leaders experienced a decline in the import price figures.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

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 United States ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 5.4% share.
China remains the largest cows skin producing country worldwide, 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.
In value terms, Italy, Austria and France were the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2020, together accounting for 47% of global exports. These countries were followed by Germany, China, the United States, Slovenia, Poland, Australia, Belgium and Portugal, which together accounted for a further 34%.
In value terms, the largest cows skin importing markets worldwide were Indonesia, Nigeria and Serbia, with a combined 31% share of global imports.
In 2020, the average cows skin export price amounted to $666 per ton, which is down by -4.4% against the previous year.
In 2020, the average cows skin import price amounted to $762 per ton, dropping by -4% against the previous year.

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

Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:

+ the largest producing countries

Data coverage:

  • Global market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Global production, split by region and country
  • Global trade (exports and imports)
  • 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. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
    3. 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. COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
    4. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    5. 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. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
    3. PRODUCING ANIMALS AND YIELD BY COUNTRY

  8. 8. GLOBAL IMPORTS

    The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

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

  9. 9. GLOBAL EXPORTS

    The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

    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. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    • United States
    • China
    • Japan
    • Germany
    • United Kingdom
    • France
    • Brazil
    • Italy
    • Russian Federation
    • India
    • Canada
    • Australia
    • Republic of Korea
    • Spain
    • Mexico
    • Indonesia
    • Netherlands
    • Turkey
    • Saudi Arabia
    • Switzerland
    • Sweden
    • Nigeria
    • Poland
    • Belgium
    • Argentina
    • Norway
    • Austria
    • Thailand
    • United Arab Emirates
    • Colombia
    • Denmark
    • South Africa
    • Malaysia
    • Israel
    • Singapore
    • Egypt
    • Philippines
    • Finland
    • Chile
    • Ireland
    • Pakistan
    • Greece
    • Portugal
    • Kazakhstan
    • Algeria
    • Czech Republic
    • Qatar
    • Peru
    • Romania
    • Vietnam

  12. 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, By Country, 2018–2024
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    6. Producing Animals, By Country, 2012-2024
    7. Yield, By Country, 2012-2024
    8. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    9. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    10. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
    11. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    12. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    13. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024

  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    2. Market Value, 2012–2024
    3. Consumption, By Country, 2024
    4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    10. Production Volume And Growth
    11. Yield And Growth
    12. Exports And Growth
    13. Export Prices And Growth
    14. Market Size And Growth
    15. Per Capita Consumption
    16. Imports And Growth
    17. Import Prices
    18. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    19. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    20. Producing Animals, 2012–2024
    21. Yield, 2012–2024
    22. Production, By Country, 2024
    23. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    24. Producing Animals, By Country, 2024
    25. Producing Animals, By Country, 2012-2024
    26. Yield, By Country, 2012-2024
    27. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    28. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    30. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    31. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    32. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
    33. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    34. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    36. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    37. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    38. Export Prices, 2012–2024

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