Partially oriented polyester yarn imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of partially oriented polyester yarn by Turkey reached $151.0 million in 2024 (123.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 92 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 26% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 12% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $363.7 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 | $151.0M | 123.4K t |
| 2023 | $203.9M | 171.5K t |
| 2022 | $224.3M | 144.1K t |
| 2021 | $239.3M | 183.4K t |
| 2020 | $241.6M | 255.7K t |
| 2019 | $354.4M | 291.3K t |
| 2018 | $296.0M | 217.6K t |
| 2017 | $363.7M | 230.1K t |
Where Turkey imports partially oriented polyester yarn from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 71% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Malaysia grew fastest (+85% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $107.4M | 71% |
| Malaysia | $18.2M | 12% |
| India | $16.4M | 11% |
| France | $2.7M | 1.8% |
| Spain | $1.9M | 1.3% |
| Indonesia | $1.3M | 0.9% |
| South Korea | $962K | 0.6% |
| Iran | $700K | 0.5% |
| Taiwan | $523K | 0.4% |
| Netherlands | $501K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.22 per kg, close to the world average of $1.19.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Partially oriented polyester yarn exports from Turkey
In 2024, Turkey exported partially oriented polyester yarn worth $4.8 million (3.5 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Egypt (40%), Germany (17%), Uzbekistan (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Uzbekistan grew fastest (+533% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $1.9M | 40% |
| Germany | $816K | 17% |
| Uzbekistan | $569K | 12% |
| Italy | $461K | 9.6% |
| Switzerland | $199K | 4.1% |
| Iran | $138K | 2.9% |
| Spain | $123K | 2.6% |
| Bulgaria | $117K | 2.4% |
| Serbia | $109K | 2.3% |
| Slovenia | $87K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey partially oriented polyester yarn imports (HS 5402.46): 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 5402.46: Yarn, synthetic: filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), of polyesters (not high tenacity or textured), partially oriented, single, untwisted or twisted 50 turns or less per metre, not for retail sale, not sewing thread.
Common questions
What is the value of partially oriented polyester yarn imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported partially oriented polyester yarn worth $151.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 123.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 92 countries worldwide, with 14% of world imports. The value was down 26% on 2023.
Which countries supply partially oriented polyester yarn to Turkey?
China was the largest supplier with 71% of the value ($107.4 million), followed by Malaysia (12%) and India (11%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 13 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 872% on the year.
What is the average import price of partially oriented polyester yarn per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.22 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $1.19 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of partially oriented polyester yarn to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $363.7 million in 2017 to $151.0 million in 2024, a fall of 58%. The peak was 2017 at $363.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $259.3 million a year.
Does Turkey also export partially oriented polyester yarn?
Yes. Turkey exported $4.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Egypt, Germany and Uzbekistan. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $146.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for partially oriented polyester yarn?
The HS code for partially oriented polyester yarn is subheading 5402.46. 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?
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