Leather
The history of leather manufacturing dates back thousands of years, with evidence of leather production found in archiological discoveries in Tajikistan.

Leather making in Tajikistan has a long historical development, with ancient cities and towns like Khujand, Hisar, Panjakent, Istaravshan, and Kulob being known for their leather producing workshops.

Leather Industry in Tajikistan
Leather production in Tajikistan has seen an increase in recent years. Tajikistan has experienced a growth of around 30% in its production of textiles and clothing, including leather goods such as footwear. During an eight-month period, the amount of leather goods produced in the country accumulated over $5 million. The National Development Strategy of Tajikistan 2030 also aims to strengthen the sector by creating agro-industrial clusters and enterprises for the complete processing of leather raw materials relaying on the following factors:f
Raw Material Availability: Tajikistan has a significant livestock sector, which provides a source of raw materials for leather production. Cattle, sheep, and goats are raised in various regions of the country, providing hides and skins that can be processed into leather.

Tanning Facilities: Tanning is the process of treating raw hides and skins to produce leather. Tajikistan has some tanning facilities, although the industry may require further investment in modernization and technology to meet international standards for quality and efficiency.

Labor Force: Tajikistan has a relatively young and inexpensive labor force, which can be utilized in leather production. However, there may be challenges related to skills training, productivity, and labor regulations that need to be addressed to enhance competitiveness in the global market.

Market Opportunities: Leather products manufactured in Tajikistan can cater to both domestic and international markets. Domestically, there is demand for leather goods such as shoes, bags, and garments. Internationally, Tajikistan can export leather products to neighboring countries in Central Asia and beyond.

Value Addition and Export Potential: By processing raw hides and skins into finished leather products domestically, Tajikistan can add value to its livestock sector and capture a larger share of the global leather market. Exporting finished leather products instead of raw materials can also generate higher revenue for the country.