India’s export of leather & leather products increased from US$ 2216.45 million in 2003-04 to US$ 3598.64 million in 2008-09, growing at a CAGR of 10.17%. Export Scenario for the last 5 Years

Strengths of Indian leather sector

• Own raw material source – 2 billion sq ft of leather produced annually
• Some varieties of goat / calf / sheep skins command premium position
• Strong and eco-sustainable tanning base
• Modernized manufacturing units
• Trained / skilled manpower at competitive wage levels
• World-class institutional support for Design & Product Development, HRD and R & D.
• Presence of support industries like leather chemicals and finishing auxiliaries
• Presence in major markets – Long Europe experience
• Strategic location in the Asian landmass

Emerging strengths

• Design development initiatives by institutions and individuals
• Continuous modernization and technology upgradation
• Economic size of manufacturing units
• Constant human resource development programme to enhance productivity
• Increasing use of quality components
• Shorter prototype development time
• Delivery compliance
• Growing domestic market for footwear and leather articles