Large paper sacks and bags exports from Turkey: data, top buyers and prices
Turkey exported $6.6 million of large paper sacks and bags in 2024 (3.0 thousand tonnes). Value fell 13% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $10.9 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 | $6.6M | 3.0K t |
| 2023 | $7.6M | 3.7K t |
| 2022 | $10.9M | 5.6K t |
| 2021 | $3.9M | 2.1K t |
| 2020 | $3.7M | 2.0K t |
| 2019 | $7.7M | 4.6K t |
| 2018 | $6.6M | 4.6K t |
| 2017 | $2.6M | 1.4K t |
Where Turkey exports large paper sacks and bags to
Most of it went to Azerbaijan (21%), Greece (16%), United States (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 45%. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+728% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Azerbaijan | $1.4M | 21% |
| Greece | $1.0M | 16% |
| United States | $555K | 8.4% |
| France | $395K | 6% |
| United Kingdom | $322K | 4.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $275K | 4.2% |
| Bulgaria | $195K | 3% |
| Germany | $171K | 2.6% |
| Iraq | $169K | 2.5% |
| Israel | $151K | 2.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.21 per kg, close to the world average of $2.15.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Large paper sacks and bags imports to Turkey
Imports of large paper sacks and bags by Turkey reached $3.6 million in 2024 (1.9 thousand tonnes). Most of the value came from Netherlands (38%), Brazil (23%), China (9%). Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+364% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $1.4M | 38% |
| Brazil | $851K | 23% |
| China | $329K | 9.1% |
| France | $219K | 6.1% |
| Spain | $189K | 5.2% |
| Italy | $163K | 4.5% |
| Poland | $121K | 3.3% |
| Vietnam | $91K | 2.5% |
| Belgium | $84K | 2.3% |
| Hungary | $57K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey large paper sacks and bags exports (HS 4819.30): 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 4819.30: Paper and paperboard: sacks and bags of paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding or fibres, having a base of a width of 40cm or more.
Common questions
What is the value of large paper sacks and bags exported by Turkey?
Turkey exported large paper sacks and bags worth $6.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 37th of 148 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 13% on 2023.
Which countries buy large paper sacks and bags from Turkey?
Azerbaijan was the largest buyer with 21% of the value ($1.4 million), followed by Greece (16%) and the United States (8%). The top three together account for 45%, out of 117 buyer countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 728% on the year.
What is the average export price of large paper sacks and bags per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.21 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $2.15 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of large paper sacks and bags from Turkey changed since 2017?
Exports went from $2.6 million in 2017 to $6.6 million in 2024, an increase of 157%. The peak was 2022 at $10.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.2 million a year.
Does Turkey also import large paper sacks and bags?
Yes. Turkey imported $3.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the Netherlands, Brazil and China. On balance Turkey is a net exporter of this product, by about $3.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for large paper sacks and bags?
The HS code for large paper sacks and bags is subheading 4819.30. It sits in HS chapter 48 (paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or paperboard). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4819 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
Shipment-level records for Turkey reach EximDataX from a direct customs feed, with company names, dates and declared values. We can show them for your product on a short call.
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