In 2023, Italy dominated the European market for leather and fur production, contributing significantly more than any other country with 86.78% of the total share. Germany followed as a distant second with 6.42%. Portugal and Spain trailed with around 2.17% and 2.15%, respectively. France accounted for 1.92%. The rest of the countries, including Romania, Poland, Greece, Serbia, and Finland, collectively made up a minor portion of the market.
Year-over-year changes indicate growth in leather and fur production for most countries in 2023; Portugal experienced the highest increase at 14.67%, while Poland saw a decline of -8.85%. Over the last five years, Compound Annual Growth Rate trends suggest dynamic shifts within smaller markets, while Italy and Germany remain stable yet dominant players.
Future trends to watch in the European leather and fur production industry include technological advancements in sustainable and synthetic alternatives, evolving consumer preferences toward ethical sources, and geopolitical factors potentially influencing production and export capabilities.
Top countries in Sold Production of Leather and Fur Share by Country (Square Meters)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 86.78 | 2023 | +9.49% | +0.5% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 6.42 | 2023 | +11.64% | +0.75% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Portugal | 2.17 | 2023 | +5.86% | +14.67% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 2.15 | 2023 | +11.46% | +1.1% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 1.92 | 2023 | +2.15% | +1.93% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 0.53 | 2023 | +5.85% | +3.61% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 0.51 | 2023 | -6.38% | -8.85% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 0.41 | 2023 | +7.31% | -2.49% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Serbia | 0.12 | 2023 | +6.81% | +0.95% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Finland | 0.043 | 2023 | +70.17% | View data |
