In 2023, Italy remains the leader in importing sheep or lamb skin leather in Europe, though imports decreased by 3.97% from the previous year. Spain, showing robust growth, increased its imports by 23.45%, closing the gap with Italy. Notably, Portugal's imports surged by 41.32%, showing the highest growth among major importers. Conversely, France saw a small decline of 3.93%. Smaller markets like Croatia experienced phenomenal growth, recording a massive 178.31% increase, while Germany and Austria faced significant declines of 14.51% and 21.49% respectively. Long-term trends suggest an average annual growth, with fluctuations due to economic conditions.
Looking forward, trends to watch include the growing demand in Spain and Portugal, potentially shifting market dynamics. Technological advancements in leather processing and sustainable practices could influence future import volumes. Additionally, changing consumer preferences toward eco-friendly alternatives might impact traditional leather imports.
Top countries in Import of Sheep or Lamb Skin Leather by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 10,865,000 | 2023 | +4.58% | -3.97% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 6,691,500 | 2023 | +6.5% | +23.45% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 877,500 | 2023 | +3.35% | -3.93% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Portugal | 431,250 | 2023 | +1.1% | +41.32% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 315,610 | 2023 | -0.3% | +2.88% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Bulgaria | 234,520 | 2023 | +5.79% | +14.51% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Greece | 148,330 | 2023 | +12.04% | -12.41% | View data |
| 8 | 8 United Kingdom | 101,280 | 2023 | -5.47% | -5.04% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Croatia | 16,700 | 2023 | +5.44% | +178.31% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Netherlands | 4,790 | 2021 | +196.47% | +7.74% | View data |
