Loom imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Turkey imported loom worth $138.3 million (11.9 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 158 countries. That is 35% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $428.7 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 | $138.3M | 11.9K t |
| 2023 | $214.2M | 17.7K t |
| 2022 | $298.7M | 29.7K t |
| 2021 | $428.7M | 37.6K t |
| 2020 | $329.1M | 29.9K t |
| 2019 | $127.6M | 12.2K t |
| 2018 | $310.1M | 24.7K t |
| 2017 | $249.4M | 20.8K t |
Where Turkey imports loom from
Belgium alone supplied 60% of it. Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+34% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $82.4M | 60% |
| Italy | $19.3M | 14% |
| Germany | $13.0M | 9.4% |
| China | $7.1M | 5.2% |
| Switzerland | $6.3M | 4.6% |
| Austria | $3.4M | 2.5% |
| Japan | $2.1M | 1.5% |
| United States | $1.6M | 1.1% |
| Bulgaria | $652K | 0.5% |
| South Korea | $447K | 0.3% |
Product types under HS 8446
| 8446.30 | Weaving machines (looms): for weaving fabrics of a width exceeding 30cm, shuttleless type | 90% |
| 8446.21 | Weaving machines (looms): for weaving fabrics of a width exceeding 30cm, shuttle type, power looms | 4.5% |
| 8446.10 | Weaving machines (looms): for weaving fabrics of a width 30cm or less | 3.9% |
| 8446.29 | Weaving machines (looms): for weaving fabrics of a width exceeding 30cm, shuttle type, other than power looms | 1.8% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8446.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.62 per kg, 31% above the world average of $8.85. 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.
Loom exports from Turkey
Exports of loom by Turkey reached $29.2 million in 2024 (13.4 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 75 countries. The largest buyer markets were Egypt (24%), Bangladesh (16%), Iran (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 49%. Among the main buyer markets, Egypt grew fastest (+303% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $7.1M | 24% |
| Bangladesh | $4.5M | 16% |
| Iran | $2.7M | 9.2% |
| India | $2.6M | 8.9% |
| Peru | $1.9M | 6.4% |
| Uzbekistan | $1.5M | 5.3% |
| Tajikistan | $1.1M | 3.9% |
| Russia | $992K | 3.4% |
| Morocco | $892K | 3.1% |
| China | $760K | 2.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
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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 8446: Weaving machines (looms).
Common questions
What is the value of loom imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported loom worth $138.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 11.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 158 countries worldwide, with 8% of world imports. The value was down 35% on 2023.
Which countries supply loom to Turkey?
Belgium was the largest supplier with 60% of the value ($82.4 million), followed by Italy (14%) and Germany (9%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. Bulgaria grew fastest among the top ten, up 329% on the year.
What is the average import price of loom per kg?
The average declared import value was about $11.62 per kg in 2024, 31% above the world average of $8.85 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have imports of loom to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $249.4 million in 2017 to $138.3 million in 2024, a fall of 45%. The peak was 2021 at $428.7 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Turkey also export loom?
Yes. Turkey exported $29.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Egypt, Bangladesh and Iran. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $109.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for loom?
The HS code for loom is heading 8446. In Turkey the largest six-digit codes were 8446.30 (90% of the value) and 8446.21 (5%). It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8446 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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