Plied nylon filament yarn exports from Turkey: data, top buyers and prices
Turkey exported $7.9 million of plied nylon filament yarn in 2024 (460 tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 82 countries. Value rose 89% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% 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 | $7.9M | 460 t |
| 2023 | $4.2M | 337 t |
| 2022 | $4.1M | 287 t |
| 2021 | $3.0M | 266 t |
| 2020 | $1.8M | 197 t |
| 2019 | $3.8M | 276 t |
| 2018 | $3.3M | 261 t |
| 2017 | $2.5M | 403 t |
Where Turkey exports plied nylon filament yarn to
Thailand alone took 80% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Thailand grew fastest (+139% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $6.3M | 80% |
| Netherlands | $1.1M | 14% |
| Bulgaria | $165K | 2.1% |
| Turkmenistan | $90K | 1.2% |
| Italy | $33K | 0.4% |
| Ukraine | $33K | 0.4% |
| Romania | $24K | 0.3% |
| Luxembourg | $23K | 0.3% |
| China | $22K | 0.3% |
| Serbia | $15K | 0.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $17.11 per kg, 181% above the world average of $6.09. 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.
Plied nylon filament yarn imports to Turkey
Imports of plied nylon filament yarn by Turkey reached $2.3 million in 2024 (219 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The largest suppliers were China (37%), South Korea (17%), Pakistan (11%). Among the main suppliers, Pakistan grew fastest (+332% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $872K | 38% |
| South Korea | $399K | 17% |
| Pakistan | $262K | 11% |
| Germany | $228K | 9.8% |
| Italy | $126K | 5.4% |
| Czech Republic | $103K | 4.4% |
| Latvia | $81K | 3.5% |
| Belgium | $76K | 3.3% |
| Japan | $72K | 3.1% |
| India | $57K | 2.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey plied nylon filament yarn exports (HS 5402.61): 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 5402.61: Yarn, synthetic: filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), of nylon or other polymides (not high tenacity or textured), multiple (folded) or cabled, not for retail sale, not sewing thread.
Common questions
What is the value of plied nylon filament yarn exported by Turkey?
Turkey exported plied nylon filament yarn worth $7.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 460 tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 82 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was up 89% on 2023.
Which countries buy plied nylon filament yarn from Turkey?
Thailand was the largest buyer with 80% of the value ($6.3 million), followed by the Netherlands (14%) and Bulgaria (2%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 38 buyer countries in total. Ukraine grew fastest among the top ten, up 269% on the year.
What is the average export price of plied nylon filament yarn per kg?
The average declared export value was about $17.11 per kg in 2024, 181% above the world average of $6.09 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of plied nylon filament yarn from Turkey changed since 2017?
Exports went from $2.5 million in 2017 to $7.9 million in 2024, an increase of 220%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.8 million a year.
Does Turkey also import plied nylon filament yarn?
Yes. Turkey imported $2.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, South Korea and Pakistan. On balance Turkey is a net exporter of this product, by about $5.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for plied nylon filament yarn?
The HS code for plied nylon filament yarn is subheading 5402.61. 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?
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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