Flax yarn exports from Ethiopia: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Ethiopia exported flax yarn worth $35.0 million (1.8 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 79 countries. That is 14% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 230% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $35.0M | 1.8K t |
| 2023 | $30.6M | 2.1K t |
| 2022 | $13.9M | 1.3K t |
| 2021 | $2.6M | 554 t |
| 2017 | $8K | 1 t |
Where Ethiopia exports flax yarn to
The largest buyer markets were India (46%), Italy (30%), Turkey (13%). Among the main buyer markets, India grew fastest (+45% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $16.2M | 46% |
| Italy | $10.6M | 30% |
| Turkey | $4.4M | 13% |
| Portugal | $3.3M | 9.3% |
| Poland | $284K | 0.8% |
| United Kingdom | $231K | 0.7% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $19.81 per kg, 39% above the world average of $14.28. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Ethiopia?
The shipment records behind Ethiopia flax yarn exports (HS 5306): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 5306: Flax yarn.
Common questions
What is the value of flax yarn exported by Ethiopia?
Ethiopia exported flax yarn worth $35.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 79 countries worldwide, with 8% of world exports. The value was up 14% on 2023.
Which countries buy flax yarn from Ethiopia?
India was the largest buyer with 46% of the value ($16.2 million), followed by Italy (30%) and Turkey (13%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 6 buyer countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 45% on the year.
What is the average export price of flax yarn per kg?
The average declared export value was about $19.81 per kg in 2024, 39% above the world average of $14.28 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of flax yarn from Ethiopia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $8 thousand in 2017 to $35.0 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 5 years the average was $16.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for flax yarn?
The HS code for flax yarn is heading 5306. In Ethiopia all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 5306.10. It sits in HS chapter 53 (vegetable textile fibres; paper yarn and woven fabrics of paper yarn). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5306 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Ethiopia. Tell us your product to see it live.
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