Elastomeric filament yarn imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of elastomeric filament yarn by Turkey reached $82.8 million in 2024 (15.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 4th of 149 countries for imports of this product. That is 29% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 5% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $300.1 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $82.8M | 15.2K t |
| 2023 | $117.1M | 21.8K t |
| 2022 | $258.5M | 27.8K t |
| 2021 | $300.1M | 31.1K t |
| 2020 | $129.9M | 26.8K t |
| 2019 | $164.6M | 31.1K t |
| 2018 | $153.0M | 26.3K t |
| 2017 | $120.7M | 22.0K t |
Where Turkey imports elastomeric filament yarn from
The largest suppliers were China (39%), United Kingdom (27%), India (12%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $32.4M | 39% |
| United Kingdom | $22.8M | 28% |
| India | $10.2M | 12% |
| South Korea | $6.2M | 7.5% |
| Vietnam | $4.5M | 5.5% |
| Netherlands | $2.5M | 3.1% |
| Singapore | $1.5M | 1.9% |
| Brazil | $1.4M | 1.7% |
| Japan | $630K | 0.8% |
| Mexico | $196K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.43 per kg, close to the world average of $6.20.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Elastomeric filament yarn exports from Turkey
Turkey exported $54.6 million of elastomeric filament yarn in 2024 (9.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 80 countries. The largest buyer markets were Egypt (33%), Italy (17%), Uzbekistan (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Serbia grew fastest (+50% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $17.9M | 33% |
| Italy | $9.3M | 17% |
| Uzbekistan | $7.3M | 13% |
| Russia | $3.6M | 6.6% |
| Iran | $3.1M | 5.6% |
| Portugal | $2.5M | 4.6% |
| Spain | $2.3M | 4.3% |
| Serbia | $1.3M | 2.4% |
| Morocco | $1.3M | 2.4% |
| Poland | $1.0M | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey elastomeric filament yarn imports (HS 5402.44): 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 5402.44: Yarn, synthetic: filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), other than high tenacity or textured yarn, elastomeric, single, untwisted or twisted 50 turns or less per metre, not for retail sale, not sewing thread.
Common questions
What is the value of elastomeric filament yarn imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported elastomeric filament yarn worth $82.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 15.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 149 countries worldwide, with 6% of world imports. The value was down 29% on 2023.
Which countries supply elastomeric filament yarn to Turkey?
China was the largest supplier with 39% of the value ($32.4 million), followed by the United Kingdom (27%) and India (12%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. Mexico grew fastest among the top ten, up 76% on the year.
What is the average import price of elastomeric filament yarn per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.43 per kg in 2024, 12% below the world average of $6.20 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of elastomeric filament yarn to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $120.7 million in 2017 to $82.8 million in 2024, a fall of 31%. The peak was 2021 at $300.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $165.8 million a year.
Does Turkey also export elastomeric filament yarn?
Yes. Turkey exported $54.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Egypt, Italy and Uzbekistan. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $28.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for elastomeric filament yarn?
The HS code for elastomeric filament yarn is subheading 5402.44. It sits in HS chapter 54 (man-made filaments; strip and the like of man-made textile materials). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5402 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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