Natural rope and cordage exports from Turkey: data, top buyers and prices
Turkey exported $10.3 million of natural rope and cordage in 2024 (2.9 thousand tonnes). It ranks 9th of 160 countries for exports of this product. That is 24% more than in 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 | $10.3M | 2.9K t |
| 2023 | $8.3M | 1.8K t |
| 2022 | $9.6M | 2.1K t |
| 2021 | $7.8M | 1.7K t |
| 2020 | $6.1M | 1.8K t |
| 2019 | $4.6M | 1.6K t |
| 2018 | $3.3M | 927 t |
| 2017 | $3.1M | 867 t |
Where Turkey exports natural rope and cordage to
Most of it went to Denmark (11%), Germany (8%), Ukraine (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 26%. Among the main buyer markets, Iraq grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Denmark | $1.1M | 11% |
| Germany | $795K | 7.7% |
| Ukraine | $788K | 7.7% |
| Kazakhstan | $746K | 7.3% |
| Iraq | $728K | 7.1% |
| United States | $645K | 6.3% |
| Italy | $617K | 6% |
| Egypt | $335K | 3.3% |
| Serbia | $282K | 2.7% |
| South Korea | $275K | 2.7% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.58 per kg, close to the world average of $3.42.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Natural rope and cordage imports to Turkey
In 2024, Turkey imported natural rope and cordage worth $1.8 million (306 tonnes). The largest suppliers were China (37%), India (16%), United Kingdom (12%). Among the main suppliers, Sri Lanka grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $661K | 37% |
| India | $285K | 16% |
| United Kingdom | $218K | 12% |
| Bangladesh | $131K | 7.2% |
| Taiwan | $78K | 4.3% |
| Germany | $70K | 3.9% |
| Netherlands | $63K | 3.5% |
| Ukraine | $44K | 2.5% |
| Sri Lanka | $40K | 2.2% |
| France | $35K | 2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey natural rope and cordage exports (HS 5607.90): 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 5607.90: Twine, cordage, ropes, cables: of materials n.e.c. in heading no. 5607, whether or not plaited, braided or impregnated, coated, covered, or sheathed with rubber or plastics.
Common questions
What is the value of natural rope and cordage exported by Turkey?
Turkey exported natural rope and cordage worth $10.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 160 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was up 24% on 2023.
Which countries buy natural rope and cordage from Turkey?
Denmark was the largest buyer with 11% of the value ($1.1 million), followed by Germany (8%) and Ukraine (8%). The top three together account for 26%, out of 139 buyer countries in total. Kazakhstan grew fastest among the top ten, up 603% on the year.
What is the average export price of natural rope and cordage per kg?
The average declared export value was about $3.58 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $3.42 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of natural rope and cordage from Turkey changed since 2017?
Exports went from $3.1 million in 2017 to $10.3 million in 2024, an increase of 235%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $6.6 million a year.
Does Turkey also import natural rope and cordage?
Yes. Turkey imported $1.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, India and the United Kingdom. On balance Turkey is a net exporter of this product, by about $8.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for natural rope and cordage?
The HS code for natural rope and cordage is subheading 5607.90. It sits in HS chapter 56 (wadding, felt and nonwovens, special yarns; twine, cordage, ropes and cables and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5607 page.
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