Combed wool tops imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of combed wool tops by Turkey reached $53.4 million in 2024 (7.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 7th of 116 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 27% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 7% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $90.2 million.
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 | $53.4M | 7.4K t |
| 2023 | $72.9M | 9.2K t |
| 2022 | $78.0M | 9.1K t |
| 2021 | $53.3M | 7.0K t |
| 2020 | $51.4M | 6.3K t |
| 2019 | $78.4M | 6.9K t |
| 2018 | $83.2M | 7.9K t |
| 2017 | $90.2M | 9.6K t |
Where Turkey imports combed wool tops from
China alone supplied 52% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $28.0M | 52% |
| Czech Republic | $15.2M | 28% |
| Argentina | $4.0M | 7.5% |
| Uruguay | $3.4M | 6.4% |
| Germany | $1.1M | 2.1% |
| Bulgaria | $838K | 1.6% |
| Egypt | $229K | 0.4% |
| Italy | $229K | 0.4% |
| India | $194K | 0.4% |
| Taiwan | $77K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.23 per kg, 32% below the world average of $10.64, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Combed wool tops exports from Turkey
Exports of combed wool tops by Turkey reached $2.2 million in 2024 (236 tonnes). Most of it went to Turkmenistan (29%), Uzbekistan (17%), Kazakhstan (16%). Among the main buyer markets, India grew fastest (+36% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkmenistan | $637K | 29% |
| Uzbekistan | $383K | 17% |
| Kazakhstan | $367K | 17% |
| India | $300K | 14% |
| Italy | $153K | 6.9% |
| Iran | $119K | 5.4% |
| Egypt | $107K | 4.8% |
| United States | $83K | 3.7% |
| Bulgaria | $24K | 1.1% |
| Serbia | $24K | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey combed wool tops imports (HS 5105.29): 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 5105.29: Wool: wool tops and other combed wool, other than in fragments.
Common questions
What is the value of combed wool tops imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported combed wool tops worth $53.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 116 countries worldwide, with 6% of world imports. The value was down 27% on 2023.
Which countries supply combed wool tops to Turkey?
China was the largest supplier with 52% of the value ($28.0 million), followed by the Czech Republic (28%) and Argentina (7%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 149% on the year.
What is the average import price of combed wool tops per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.23 per kg in 2024, 32% below the world average of $10.64 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of combed wool tops to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $90.2 million in 2017 to $53.4 million in 2024, a fall of 41%. The peak was 2017 at $90.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $70.1 million a year.
Does Turkey also export combed wool tops?
Yes. Turkey exported $2.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $51.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for combed wool tops?
The HS code for combed wool tops is subheading 5105.29. It sits in HS chapter 51 (wool, fine or coarse animal hair; horsehair yarn and woven fabric). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5105 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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