Paper spools and bobbins exports from Turkey: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Turkey exported paper spools and bobbins worth $16.7 million (15.8 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 111 countries. Value fell 6% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% 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 | $16.7M | 15.8K t |
| 2023 | $17.7M | 15.6K t |
| 2022 | $14.7M | 11.3K t |
| 2021 | $14.0M | 12.2K t |
| 2020 | $11.2M | 11.1K t |
| 2019 | $11.6M | 11.9K t |
| 2018 | $13.3M | 11.8K t |
| 2017 | $9.4M | 9.7K t |
Where Turkey exports paper spools and bobbins to
The largest buyer markets were Egypt (16%), Iran (11%), Italy (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 37%. Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+191% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $2.8M | 17% |
| Iran | $1.8M | 11% |
| Italy | $1.6M | 9.6% |
| Pakistan | $945K | 5.7% |
| Spain | $919K | 5.5% |
| United Kingdom | $829K | 5% |
| United States | $768K | 4.6% |
| Romania | $641K | 3.8% |
| Iraq | $601K | 3.6% |
| Greece | $523K | 3.1% |
Product types under HS 4822
| 4822.90 | Paper pulp, paper or paperboard: bobbins, spools, cops and similar supports, other than of a kind used for winding textile yarn (whether or not… | 68% |
| 4822.10 | Paper pulp, paper or paperboard: bobbins, spools, cops and similar supports, of a kind used for winding textile yarn (whether or not perforated or… | 32% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 4822.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.06 per kg, 25% below the world average of $1.42, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Paper spools and bobbins imports to Turkey
Imports of paper spools and bobbins by Turkey reached $2.8 million in 2024 (1.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The largest suppliers were India (33%), Italy (20%), Greece (16%). Among the main suppliers, Hungary grew fastest (+170% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $913K | 33% |
| Italy | $539K | 20% |
| Greece | $442K | 16% |
| Germany | $343K | 13% |
| Netherlands | $113K | 4.1% |
| China | $102K | 3.7% |
| Austria | $70K | 2.5% |
| Hungary | $64K | 2.3% |
| France | $43K | 1.6% |
| Spain | $43K | 1.6% |
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 4822: Bobbins, spools, cops and similar supports of paper pulp, paper or paperboard (whether or not perforated or hardened).
Common questions
What is the value of paper spools and bobbins exported by Turkey?
Turkey exported paper spools and bobbins worth $16.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 15.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 111 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries buy paper spools and bobbins from Turkey?
Egypt was the largest buyer with 16% of the value ($2.8 million), followed by Iran (11%) and Italy (10%). The top three together account for 37%, out of 73 buyer countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 191% on the year.
What is the average export price of paper spools and bobbins per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.06 per kg in 2024, 25% below the world average of $1.42 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 exports of paper spools and bobbins from Turkey changed since 2017?
Exports went from $9.4 million in 2017 to $16.7 million in 2024, an increase of 77%. The peak was 2023 at $17.7 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Turkey also import paper spools and bobbins?
Yes. Turkey imported $2.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from India, Italy and Greece. On balance Turkey is a net exporter of this product, by about $13.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for paper spools and bobbins?
The HS code for paper spools and bobbins is heading 4822. In Turkey the largest six-digit codes were 4822.90 (68% of the value) and 4822.10 (32%). 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 4822 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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