Cotton waste (other types) exports from Turkey: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Turkey exported cotton waste (other types) worth $80.1 million (59.8 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 107 countries. That is 8% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% 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 | $80.1M | 59.8K t |
| 2023 | $74.5M | 49.8K t |
| 2022 | $57.0M | 36.1K t |
| 2021 | $44.1M | 33.8K t |
| 2020 | $53.2M | 41.1K t |
| 2019 | $61.2M | 49.2K t |
| 2018 | $52.8M | 36.7K t |
| 2017 | $45.9M | 34.1K t |
Where Turkey exports cotton waste (other types) to
The largest buyer markets were Germany (33%), Pakistan (19%), Vietnam (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Pakistan grew fastest (+137% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $26.3M | 33% |
| Pakistan | $15.2M | 19% |
| Vietnam | $7.8M | 9.8% |
| France | $6.6M | 8.2% |
| Italy | $4.3M | 5.3% |
| Spain | $3.7M | 4.6% |
| Switzerland | $3.6M | 4.5% |
| United States | $2.8M | 3.4% |
| Sweden | $2.1M | 2.6% |
| Netherlands | $1.9M | 2.4% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.34 per kg, close to the world average of $1.15.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Cotton waste (other types) imports to Turkey
Turkey imported $27.5 million of cotton waste (other types) in 2024 (32.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 151 countries for imports of this product. One supplier dominates: Uzbekistan accounted for 71% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Kazakhstan grew fastest (+224% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Uzbekistan | $19.6M | 71% |
| Turkmenistan | $3.8M | 14% |
| Kazakhstan | $1.4M | 5% |
| Iran | $655K | 2.4% |
| Azerbaijan | $492K | 1.8% |
| Algeria | $288K | 1.1% |
| United States | $283K | 1% |
| Tajikistan | $273K | 1% |
| India | $250K | 0.9% |
| Belgium | $120K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey cotton waste (other types) exports (HS 5202.99): 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 5202.99: Cotton: waste other than garnetted stock and yarn (including thread) waste.
Common questions
What is the value of cotton waste (other types) exported by Turkey?
Turkey exported cotton waste (other types) worth $80.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 59.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 107 countries worldwide, with 23% of world exports. The value was up 8% on 2023.
Which countries buy cotton waste (other types) from Turkey?
Germany was the largest buyer with 33% of the value ($26.3 million), followed by Pakistan (19%) and Vietnam (10%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 48 buyer countries in total. Pakistan grew fastest among the top ten, up 137% on the year.
What is the average export price of cotton waste (other types) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.34 per kg in 2024, 17% above the world average of $1.15 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of cotton waste (other types) from Turkey changed since 2017?
Exports went from $45.9 million in 2017 to $80.1 million in 2024, an increase of 75%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $58.6 million a year.
Does Turkey also import cotton waste (other types)?
Yes. Turkey imported $27.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan and Kazakhstan. On balance Turkey is a net exporter of this product, by about $52.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for cotton waste (other types)?
The HS code for cotton waste (other types) is subheading 5202.99. It sits in HS chapter 52 (cotton). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5202 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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