Plied polypropylene filament yarn exports from Turkey: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Turkey exported plied polypropylene filament yarn worth $241.0 million (101.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 54 countries for exports of this product. That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $359.9 million.
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 | $241.0M | 101.3K t |
| 2023 | $237.1M | 97.9K t |
| 2022 | $251.0M | 93.9K t |
| 2021 | $359.9M | 128.7K t |
| 2020 | $237.4M | 107.3K t |
| 2019 | $278.1M | 120.3K t |
| 2018 | $260.3M | 100.5K t |
| 2017 | $240.1M | 94.8K t |
Where Turkey exports plied polypropylene filament yarn to
Most of it went to United Kingdom (40%), Netherlands (22%), Belgium (16%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $95.4M | 40% |
| Netherlands | $53.2M | 22% |
| Belgium | $39.6M | 16% |
| Tajikistan | $6.3M | 2.6% |
| Egypt | $5.3M | 2.2% |
| United States | $4.7M | 2% |
| Jordan | $4.5M | 1.9% |
| Canada | $3.7M | 1.5% |
| Denmark | $3.0M | 1.2% |
| Serbia | $2.9M | 1.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.38 per kg, close to the world average of $2.37.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Plied polypropylene filament yarn imports to Turkey
Turkey imported $912 thousand of plied polypropylene filament yarn in 2024 (362 tonnes). Most of the value came from Iran (39%), China (22%), United Kingdom (10%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+466% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Iran | $360K | 40% |
| China | $200K | 22% |
| United Kingdom | $92K | 10% |
| Italy | $88K | 9.6% |
| Serbia | $76K | 8.4% |
| Bulgaria | $54K | 5.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $37K | 4% |
| Vietnam | $3K | 0.4% |
| Netherlands | $1K | 0.1% |
| Belgium | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey plied polypropylene filament yarn exports (HS 5402.63): 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 5402.63: Yarn, synthetic: filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), of polypropylene, other than high tenacity or textured yarn, multiple (folded) or cabled, not for retail sale, not sewing thread.
Common questions
What is the value of plied polypropylene filament yarn exported by Turkey?
Turkey exported plied polypropylene filament yarn worth $241.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 101.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 54 countries worldwide, with 86% of world exports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries buy plied polypropylene filament yarn from Turkey?
The United Kingdom was the largest buyer with 40% of the value ($95.4 million), followed by the Netherlands (22%) and Belgium (16%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 82 buyer countries in total. Egypt grew fastest among the top ten, up 24% on the year.
What is the average export price of plied polypropylene filament yarn per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.38 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $2.37 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of plied polypropylene filament yarn from Turkey changed since 2017?
Exports went from $240.1 million in 2017 to $241.0 million in 2024, an increase of 0%. The peak was 2021 at $359.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $263.1 million a year.
Does Turkey also import plied polypropylene filament yarn?
Yes. Turkey imported $912 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Iran, China and the United Kingdom. On balance Turkey is a net exporter of this product, by about $240.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for plied polypropylene filament yarn?
The HS code for plied polypropylene filament yarn is subheading 5402.63. 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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