Artificial tow imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
Turkey imported $180.0 million of artificial tow in 2024 (29.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 128 countries. Value fell 3% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $180.0M | 29.2K t |
| 2023 | $186.3M | 29.2K t |
| 2022 | $134.0M | 28.6K t |
| 2021 | $87.2M | 21.9K t |
| 2020 | $85.5M | 21.1K t |
| 2019 | $94.8M | 23.0K t |
| 2018 | $97.1M | 23.8K t |
| 2017 | $112.0M | 23.0K t |
Where Turkey imports artificial tow from
Most of the value came from Belgium (34%), South Korea (22%), Japan (21%). Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+34% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $60.7M | 34% |
| South Korea | $40.1M | 22% |
| Japan | $37.1M | 21% |
| Germany | $25.9M | 14% |
| China | $4.7M | 2.6% |
| Czech Republic | $3.7M | 2.1% |
| United States | $2.9M | 1.6% |
| Singapore | $2.6M | 1.4% |
| Bulgaria | $984K | 0.6% |
| Georgia | $692K | 0.4% |
Product types under HS 5502
| 5502.10 | Fibres: artificial filament tow of cellulose acetate | 100% |
| 5502.90 | Fibres: artificial filament tow, other than cellulose acetate | 0.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 5502.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.15 per kg, close to the world average of $6.52.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Artificial tow exports from Turkey
In 2024, Turkey exported artificial tow worth $11.6 million (1.9 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Kazakhstan (38%), Ukraine (16%), Poland (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Poland grew fastest (+361% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kazakhstan | $4.4M | 38% |
| Ukraine | $1.9M | 16% |
| Poland | $1.6M | 14% |
| Romania | $1.2M | 11% |
| Bulgaria | $812K | 7% |
| Nigeria | $585K | 5.1% |
| Jordan | $563K | 4.9% |
| Switzerland | $187K | 1.6% |
| Algeria | $132K | 1.1% |
| Belgium | $121K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
Public statistics stop at country totals and the last published year. EximDataX shows the shipment records underneath: the companies, dates, quantities and declared values, updated weekly.
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Updated weekly on EximDataX (some markets daily), while public statistics stop at 2024.
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 5502: Artificial filament tow.
Common questions
What is the value of artificial tow imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported artificial tow worth $180.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 29.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 128 countries worldwide, with 7% of world imports. The value was down 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply artificial tow to Turkey?
Belgium was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($60.7 million), followed by South Korea (22%) and Japan (21%). The top three together account for 77%, out of 13 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 34% on the year.
What is the average import price of artificial tow per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.15 per kg in 2024, 6% below the world average of $6.52 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have imports of artificial tow to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $112.0 million in 2017 to $180.0 million in 2024, an increase of 61%. The peak was 2023 at $186.3 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Turkey also export artificial tow?
Yes. Turkey exported $11.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kazakhstan, Ukraine and Poland. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $168.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for artificial tow?
The HS code for artificial tow is heading 5502. In Turkey the largest six-digit codes were 5502.10 (100% of the value) and 5502.90 (0%). It sits in HS chapter 55 (man-made staple fibres). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5502 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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