In 2023, the import of fresh or wet-salted whole hides and skins of bovine animals to China stood at a defined baseline value. From 2024 to 2028, the forecast shows a steady increase, growing from 2.3935 billion USD to 2.5647 billion USD. The year-on-year growth rate is positive, indicating a consistent upward trend in import value over these years. Analyzing over a longer period, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) suggests a moderate, yet stable annual increase across the forecasted years.

Future trends to monitor include:

Potential impacts of trade policy changes on import patterns.
Shifts in global supply chain dynamics affecting availability and pricing.
Technological advancements in leather treatment and its influence on supply and demand.
Influences of domestic cattle industry development in China on import dependency.