Cotton seeds exports from Turkey: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Turkey exported cotton seeds worth $12.5 million (4.4 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 75 countries. Value fell 6% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $12.5M | 4.4K t |
| 2023 | $13.4M | 5.0K t |
| 2022 | $12.8M | 5.1K t |
| 2021 | $9.2M | 3.5K t |
| 2020 | $8.5M | 3.3K t |
| 2019 | $7.6M | 2.9K t |
| 2018 | $8.1M | 3.0K t |
| 2017 | $7.5M | 2.8K t |
Where Turkey exports cotton seeds to
One buyer market dominates: Azerbaijan accounted for 59% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Greece grew fastest (+337% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Azerbaijan | $7.4M | 59% |
| Greece | $1.3M | 11% |
| United States | $834K | 6.7% |
| Tajikistan | $781K | 6.2% |
| Uzbekistan | $692K | 5.5% |
| Kazakhstan | $519K | 4.2% |
| Syria | $337K | 2.7% |
| Turkmenistan | $279K | 2.2% |
| Iran | $195K | 1.6% |
| Egypt | $84K | 0.7% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.87 per kg, 111% above the world average of $1.36. 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 Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey cotton seeds exports (HS 1207.21): 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 1207.21: Oil seeds: cotton seeds, seed, whether or not broken.
Common questions
What is the value of cotton seeds exported by Turkey?
Turkey exported cotton seeds worth $12.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 75 countries worldwide, with 22% of world exports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries buy cotton seeds from Turkey?
Azerbaijan was the largest buyer with 59% of the value ($7.4 million), followed by Greece (11%) and the United States (7%). The top three together account for 77%, out of 16 buyer countries in total. Greece grew fastest among the top ten, up 337% on the year.
What is the average export price of cotton seeds per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.87 per kg in 2024, 111% above the world average of $1.36 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of cotton seeds from Turkey changed since 2017?
Exports went from $7.5 million in 2017 to $12.5 million in 2024, an increase of 66%. The peak was 2023 at $13.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for cotton seeds?
The HS code for cotton seeds is subheading 1207.21. It sits in HS chapter 12 (oil seeds and oleaginous fruits; miscellaneous grains, seeds and fruit, industrial or medicinal plants; straw and fodder). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1207 page.
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