In 2023, Italy led European imports of sheep or lamb skin leather (tanned but not further prepared) with a significant volume, despite a slight decline from the previous year. Spain showed strong growth, while France experienced a marginal decline. Portugal exhibited substantial growth, indicating increasing market interest. Poland and Bulgaria reported modest gains, whereas Greece and the UK saw declines. Croatia's imports surged dramatically, albeit from a small base. Conversely, Germany, Austria, and Lithuania faced notable declines. Sweden experienced the sharpest drop among all countries.
Looking ahead, market dynamics may shift due to varying economic conditions, sustainability trends, and fashion industry demands. Monitoring Spain's continued growth and Portugal's upward trajectory, as well as potential recovery or further decline in traditional strongholds like Italy and Greece, will be crucial. Additionally, changes in trade policies post-Brexit could impact the UK's import activities.
Top countries in Import of Sheep or Lamb Skin Leather Tanned but Not Further Prepared by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 11,355,000 | 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 |
