Polyester and man-made filament blend exports from Turkey: data, top buyers and prices
Turkey exported $43.8 million of polyester and man-made filament blend in 2024 (3.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 95 countries. Value rose 29% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% 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 | $43.8M | 3.3K t |
| 2023 | $33.9M | 2.7K t |
| 2022 | $37.8M | 3.3K t |
| 2021 | $28.1M | 3.1K t |
| 2020 | $18.4M | 1.7K t |
| 2019 | $23.0M | 1.7K t |
| 2018 | $19.4M | 1.7K t |
| 2017 | $19.0M | 2.1K t |
Where Turkey exports polyester and man-made filament blend to
The largest buyer markets were Spain (41%), Morocco (12%), United States (6%). Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+175% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $17.9M | 41% |
| Morocco | $5.3M | 12% |
| United States | $2.8M | 6.4% |
| Belarus | $2.3M | 5.2% |
| Italy | $2.0M | 4.5% |
| Jordan | $1.6M | 3.7% |
| Iran | $1.6M | 3.6% |
| France | $821K | 1.9% |
| United Kingdom | $800K | 1.8% |
| Egypt | $656K | 1.5% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.12 per kg, 103% above the world average of $6.45. 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.
Polyester and man-made filament blend imports to Turkey
In 2024, Turkey imported polyester and man-made filament blend worth $13.6 million (2.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. One supplier dominates: Malaysia accounted for 74% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Malaysia grew fastest (+934% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysia | $10.1M | 74% |
| Egypt | $1.1M | 7.7% |
| Laos | $450K | 3.3% |
| Spain | $406K | 3% |
| China | $308K | 2.3% |
| Germany | $217K | 1.6% |
| Vietnam | $156K | 1.2% |
| India | $153K | 1.1% |
| Italy | $150K | 1.1% |
| Bulgaria | $144K | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey polyester and man-made filament blend exports (HS 5515.12): 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 5515.12: Fabrics, woven: of polyester staple fibres n.e.c. in chapter 55, mixed mainly or solely with man-made filaments.
Common questions
What is the value of polyester and man-made filament blend exported by Turkey?
Turkey exported polyester and man-made filament blend worth $43.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 95 countries worldwide, with 7% of world exports. The value was up 29% on 2023.
Which countries buy polyester and man-made filament blend from Turkey?
Spain was the largest buyer with 41% of the value ($17.9 million), followed by Morocco (12%) and the United States (6%). The top three together account for 59%, out of 95 buyer countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 175% on the year.
What is the average export price of polyester and man-made filament blend per kg?
The average declared export value was about $13.12 per kg in 2024, 103% above the world average of $6.45 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of polyester and man-made filament blend from Turkey changed since 2017?
Exports went from $19.0 million in 2017 to $43.8 million in 2024, an increase of 130%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $27.9 million a year.
Does Turkey also import polyester and man-made filament blend?
Yes. Turkey imported $13.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Malaysia, Egypt and Laos. On balance Turkey is a net exporter of this product, by about $30.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyester and man-made filament blend?
The HS code for polyester and man-made filament blend is subheading 5515.12. It sits in HS chapter 55 (man-made staple fibres). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5515 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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