According to official data released by the China Leather Industry Association (CLIA) China’s tanning industry remained under pressure in the first 10 months of 2025 with revenue showing a clear decline.
From January to October 2025 key tanneries in China reported total sales revenue of 43 billion RMB. This reflects a year on year drop of 10.4%
Imports of raw hides and skins also moved lower.
China imported 1.174 million tons valued at USD 930 million during this period. This marks a decline of 4.3% in volume and 16.4% in value compared to last year.
Semi finished leather imports stood at 487,000 tons from Jan to Oct 2025. Volumes fell by 5.7% while the import value dropped to USD 710 million down 17.1% year on year.
Finished leather imports recorded one of the sharpest declines. China imported 30,000 tons valued at USD 470 million. This represents a fall of 15.6% in quantity and 16.5% in value compared to the same period last year.
