Dyed cotton fabric (light) exports from Turkey: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Turkey exported dyed cotton fabric (light) worth $5.9 million (477 tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 86 countries. Value rose 215% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% 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 | $5.9M | 477 t |
| 2023 | $1.9M | 88 t |
| 2022 | $2.5M | 119 t |
| 2021 | $2.2M | 120 t |
| 2020 | $2.2M | 200 t |
| 2019 | $3.0M | 246 t |
| 2018 | $2.0M | 196 t |
| 2017 | $1.8M | 262 t |
Where Turkey exports dyed cotton fabric (light) to
Most of it went to Spain (38%), Uzbekistan (26%), Morocco (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Egypt grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $2.2M | 38% |
| Uzbekistan | $1.5M | 26% |
| Morocco | $645K | 11% |
| Egypt | $416K | 7.1% |
| Romania | $246K | 4.2% |
| Italy | $83K | 1.4% |
| Germany | $81K | 1.4% |
| Bangladesh | $77K | 1.3% |
| Tunisia | $71K | 1.2% |
| Serbia | $62K | 1.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.33 per kg, 88% above the world average of $6.55. 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.
Dyed cotton fabric (light) imports to Turkey
Turkey imported $680 thousand of dyed cotton fabric (light) in 2024 (19 tonnes). Italy alone supplied 62% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+348% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $423K | 62% |
| China | $148K | 22% |
| Spain | $84K | 12% |
| India | $9K | 1.4% |
| Egypt | $9K | 1.3% |
| Germany | $4K | 0.6% |
| France | $2K | 0.3% |
| Belgium | $1K | 0.1% |
| Switzerland | $0K | 0.1% |
| United States | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey dyed cotton fabric (light) exports (HS 5212.13): 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 5212.13: Fabrics, woven: of cotton, dyed, weighing not more than 200g/m2, n.e.c. in chapter 52.
Common questions
What is the value of dyed cotton fabric (light) exported by Turkey?
Turkey exported dyed cotton fabric (light) worth $5.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 477 tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 86 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was up 215% on 2023.
Which countries buy dyed cotton fabric (light) from Turkey?
Spain was the largest buyer with 38% of the value ($2.2 million), followed by Uzbekistan (26%) and Morocco (11%). The top three together account for 75%, out of 55 buyer countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 284% on the year.
What is the average export price of dyed cotton fabric (light) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $12.33 per kg in 2024, 88% above the world average of $6.55 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of dyed cotton fabric (light) from Turkey changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1.8 million in 2017 to $5.9 million in 2024, an increase of 233%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.7 million a year.
Does Turkey also import dyed cotton fabric (light)?
Yes. Turkey imported $680 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Italy, China and Spain. On balance Turkey is a net exporter of this product, by about $5.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for dyed cotton fabric (light)?
The HS code for dyed cotton fabric (light) is subheading 5212.13. It sits in HS chapter 52 (cotton). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5212 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Turkey. Tell us your product to see it live.
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