Key Market Indicators
Benin's leather goods imports are forecast to drop by 5.9% annually, on average, to reach $18,300 by 2026. The country has seen a decrease in demand since 2003, with a year-on-year decrease of 8.7%. In 2021, Benin ranked 140th, with leather goods imports of $25,970 – behind Sao Tome and Principe ($25,970). Germany, France and Italy were the top three importers. Leather goods exports from Benin rose significantly in 2018, from $496 in 2017 to $684 – an increase of 37.9%.