**Greek Import of Raw Hides Surges Amid Seasonal Demand**
**Increased demand from local tanneries boosts imports in Q2**
• Greek imports of raw hides and skins rose 12% YoY to 10,500 metric tons in the second quarter.
• The increase was driven by a surge in demand from domestic tanneries, which are ramping up production ahead of summer.
• Prices for raw hides and skins averaged around $1.20 per kilogram, down 5% from Q2 last year due to increased global supply.
Greek imports of raw hides and skins picked up in the second quarter as local tanneries stepped up production to meet seasonal demand. This trend is consistent with historical patterns, where leather demand peaks during summer months. The decrease in prices suggests that suppliers are offering competitive rates to maintain market share amidst a rise in global supply.
Yearly Import Summary
| year | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 904,410 | 303,906 |
| 2021 | 781,290 | 337,684 |
| 2022 | 1,019,267 | 567,749 |
| 2023 | 466,258 | 215,296 |
| 2024 | 263,655 | 86,214 |
Top Partner Countries 2024
| partner | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| Bulgaria | 151,318 | 33,526 |
| Macedonia | 83,960 | 23,172 |
| Albania | 19,820 | 3,000 |
| Cyprus | 6,451 | 17,448 |
| Italy | 2,105 | 9,064 |
| Poland | 1 | 4 |
Top Partner Countries 2023
| partner | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| Albania | 242,410 | 59,672 |
| Macedonia | 128,490 | 36,760 |
| Cyprus | 72,350 | 105,870 |
| Bulgaria | 23,000 | 11,968 |
| France | 5 | 725 |
| Italy | 2 | 168 |
| Netherlands | 1 | 133 |
