**Greek Imports of Speciality Leathers Decline Amid EU Weakness**
**Weak demand from EU’s automotive sector weighs on Greek imports**
• Total imports of chamois and speciality leathers in Greece fell by 12.5% year-over-year to 45,600 sq.m. in June.
• The decline was largely driven by lower shipments from EU countries, including Italy and Germany, where demand from the automotive sector remains weak.
• Prices for imported patent leather have stabilized at around €120 per square meter following a brief spike earlier this year due to supply chain disruptions.
Greek imports of chamois and speciality leathers continue to reflect broader trends in the EU’s automotive sector, which has been impacted by inflation and recession fears. As manufacturers adjust production levels, demand for these materials is expected to remain subdued in the coming months.
Yearly Import Summary
| year | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 21,703 | 322,795 |
| 2021 | 22,032 | 381,467 |
| 2022 | 16,021 | 333,570 |
| 2023 | 12,240 | 377,746 |
| 2024 | 9,651 | 320,489 |
Top Partner Countries 2024
| partner | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | 7,907 | 292,711 |
| Egypt | 1,141 | 8,106 |
| New Zealand | 375 | 12,654 |
| Poland | 108 | 2,224 |
| India | 60 | 1,667 |
| France | 40 | 2,074 |
| Turkey | 9 | 82 |
| Bulgaria | 4 | 272 |
| Germany | 4 | 128 |
| United States | 2 | 552 |
Top Partner Countries 2023
| partner | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | 11,119 | 345,953 |
| Egypt | 563 | 4,859 |
| Bulgaria | 152 | 13,482 |
| Poland | 140 | 2,106 |
| United Kingdom | 139 | 4,342 |
| France | 69 | 4,885 |
| China | 20 | 161 |
| United States | 18 | 499 |
| Denmark | 9 | 294 |
| Japan | 6 | 713 |
