Degreased unshorn wool exports from Turkey: data, top buyers and prices
Turkey exported $7.3 million of degreased unshorn wool in 2024 (5.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 72 countries. That is 29% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 18% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $30.0 million.
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 | $7.3M | 5.6K t |
| 2023 | $10.3M | 5.3K t |
| 2022 | $8.2M | 5.3K t |
| 2021 | $11.7M | 7.9K t |
| 2020 | $6.5M | 4.8K t |
| 2019 | $7.4M | 4.3K t |
| 2018 | $29.5M | 14.7K t |
| 2017 | $30.0M | 12.3K t |
Where Turkey exports degreased unshorn wool to
The largest buyer markets were India (46%), Bulgaria (17%), United Kingdom (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Bulgaria grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $3.4M | 47% |
| Bulgaria | $1.2M | 17% |
| United Kingdom | $947K | 13% |
| Serbia | $484K | 6.6% |
| China | $440K | 6% |
| Poland | $242K | 3.3% |
| Greece | $151K | 2.1% |
| France | $82K | 1.1% |
| Italy | $80K | 1.1% |
| Iraq | $78K | 1.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.30 per kg, close to the world average of $1.53.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Degreased unshorn wool imports to Turkey
In 2024, Turkey imported degreased unshorn wool worth $847 thousand (450 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The largest suppliers were Saudi Arabia (46%), Australia (27%), China (23%). Among the main suppliers, Australia grew fastest (+109% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $393K | 46% |
| Australia | $225K | 27% |
| China | $191K | 23% |
| Serbia | $29K | 3.4% |
| Pakistan | $8K | 1% |
| Hong Kong | $0K | 0% |
| Bulgaria | $0K | 0% |
| United Kingdom | $0K | 0% |
| United Arab Emirates | $0K | 0% |
| Uruguay | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey degreased unshorn wool exports (HS 5101.29): 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 5101.29: Wool: (not carded or combed), degreased, (not carbonised), (other than shorn).
Common questions
What is the value of degreased unshorn wool exported by Turkey?
Turkey exported degreased unshorn wool worth $7.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 72 countries worldwide, with 9% of world exports. The value was down 29% on 2023.
Which countries buy degreased unshorn wool from Turkey?
India was the largest buyer with 46% of the value ($3.4 million), followed by Bulgaria (17%) and the United Kingdom (13%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 34 buyer countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 501% on the year.
What is the average export price of degreased unshorn wool per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.30 per kg in 2024, 15% below the world average of $1.53 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of degreased unshorn wool from Turkey changed since 2017?
Exports went from $30.0 million in 2017 to $7.3 million in 2024, a fall of 76%. The peak was 2017 at $30.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $13.9 million a year.
Does Turkey also import degreased unshorn wool?
Yes. Turkey imported $847 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Saudi Arabia, Australia and China. On balance Turkey is a net exporter of this product, by about $6.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for degreased unshorn wool?
The HS code for degreased unshorn wool is subheading 5101.29. 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 5101 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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