Cotton wadding exports from Turkey: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Turkey exported cotton wadding worth $86.6 million (17.6 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 136 countries for exports of this product. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% 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 | $86.6M | 17.6K t |
| 2023 | $89.0M | 17.5K t |
| 2022 | $67.1M | 14.8K t |
| 2021 | $49.4M | 11.2K t |
| 2020 | $47.6M | 10.9K t |
| 2019 | $43.2M | 9.2K t |
| 2018 | $34.3M | 7.1K t |
| 2017 | $30.8M | 6.8K t |
Where Turkey exports cotton wadding to
The largest buyer markets were Germany (31%), United States (23%), United Kingdom (5%). Among the main buyer markets, Sweden grew fastest (+108% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $26.4M | 31% |
| United States | $20.0M | 23% |
| United Kingdom | $4.2M | 4.9% |
| France | $3.6M | 4.2% |
| Spain | $3.1M | 3.6% |
| Vietnam | $2.5M | 2.9% |
| Sweden | $1.9M | 2.2% |
| Iran | $1.4M | 1.6% |
| Georgia | $1.3M | 1.5% |
| Bulgaria | $1.3M | 1.5% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.92 per kg, close to the world average of $4.70.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Cotton wadding imports to Turkey
In 2024, Turkey imported cotton wadding worth $5.9 million (2.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The largest suppliers were Uzbekistan (37%), Tanzania (17%), Turkmenistan (16%). Among the main suppliers, Uzbekistan grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Uzbekistan | $2.2M | 37% |
| Tanzania | $1.0M | 17% |
| Turkmenistan | $927K | 16% |
| Germany | $764K | 13% |
| China | $433K | 7.3% |
| Bulgaria | $159K | 2.7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $130K | 2.2% |
| Italy | $85K | 1.4% |
| Netherlands | $57K | 1% |
| United States | $39K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey cotton wadding exports (HS 5601.21): 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 5601.21: Wadding: other articles thereof, of cotton.
Common questions
What is the value of cotton wadding exported by Turkey?
Turkey exported cotton wadding worth $86.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 17.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 136 countries worldwide, with 8% of world exports. The value was down 3% on 2023.
Which countries buy cotton wadding from Turkey?
Germany was the largest buyer with 31% of the value ($26.4 million), followed by the United States (23%) and the United Kingdom (5%). The top three together account for 59%, out of 136 buyer countries in total. Sweden grew fastest among the top ten, up 108% on the year.
What is the average export price of cotton wadding per kg?
The average declared export value was about $4.92 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $4.70 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of cotton wadding from Turkey changed since 2017?
Exports went from $30.8 million in 2017 to $86.6 million in 2024, an increase of 181%. The peak was 2023 at $89.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $56.0 million a year.
Does Turkey also import cotton wadding?
Yes. Turkey imported $5.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Uzbekistan, Tanzania and Turkmenistan. On balance Turkey is a net exporter of this product, by about $80.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for cotton wadding?
The HS code for cotton wadding is subheading 5601.21. It sits in HS chapter 56 (wadding, felt and nonwovens, special yarns; twine, cordage, ropes and cables and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5601 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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