Plied polyester staple yarn imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Turkey imported plied polyester staple yarn worth $47.5 million (17.9 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 163 countries for imports of this product. That is 9% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $64.7 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 | $47.5M | 17.9K t |
| 2023 | $43.5M | 16.4K t |
| 2022 | $64.7M | 19.8K t |
| 2021 | $48.4M | 16.6K t |
| 2020 | $35.2M | 14.7K t |
| 2019 | $43.4M | 16.7K t |
| 2018 | $54.6M | 19.7K t |
| 2017 | $59.1M | 19.5K t |
Where Turkey imports plied polyester staple yarn from
Egypt alone supplied 72% of it. Among the main suppliers, Egypt grew fastest (+32% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $34.5M | 73% |
| India | $6.4M | 14% |
| Indonesia | $3.5M | 7.3% |
| Oman | $824K | 1.7% |
| China | $626K | 1.3% |
| Bulgaria | $623K | 1.3% |
| Nepal | $510K | 1.1% |
| Tunisia | $167K | 0.4% |
| United States | $147K | 0.3% |
| Uzbekistan | $107K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.65 per kg, close to the world average of $2.65.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Plied polyester staple yarn exports from Turkey
Exports of plied polyester staple yarn by Turkey reached $4.9 million in 2024 (1.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Thailand (30%), Germany (22%), United States (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Italy grew fastest (+522% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $1.5M | 30% |
| Germany | $1.1M | 22% |
| United States | $473K | 9.7% |
| Denmark | $355K | 7.3% |
| Switzerland | $202K | 4.1% |
| Vietnam | $189K | 3.9% |
| United Kingdom | $164K | 3.4% |
| Italy | $155K | 3.2% |
| France | $155K | 3.2% |
| Spain | $83K | 1.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey plied polyester staple yarn imports (HS 5509.22): 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 5509.22: Yarn: (not sewing thread), multiple (folded) or cabled yarn, of synthetic staple fibres, containing 85% or more by weight of polyester, not put up for retail sale.
Common questions
What is the value of plied polyester staple yarn imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported plied polyester staple yarn worth $47.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 17.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 163 countries worldwide, with 8% of world imports. The value was up 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply plied polyester staple yarn to Turkey?
Egypt was the largest supplier with 72% of the value ($34.5 million), followed by India (14%) and Indonesia (7%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 260% on the year.
What is the average import price of plied polyester staple yarn per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.65 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $2.65 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of plied polyester staple yarn to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $59.1 million in 2017 to $47.5 million in 2024, a fall of 20%. The peak was 2022 at $64.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $49.6 million a year.
Does Turkey also export plied polyester staple yarn?
Yes. Turkey exported $4.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Thailand, Germany and the United States. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $42.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for plied polyester staple yarn?
The HS code for plied polyester staple yarn is subheading 5509.22. It sits in HS chapter 55 (man-made staple fibres). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5509 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Turkey. Tell us your product to see it live.
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