Polyester filament tow imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Turkey imported polyester filament tow worth $5.4 million (5.6 thousand tonnes). It ranks 4th of 128 countries for imports of this product. That is 35% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $13.5 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 | $5.4M | 5.6K t |
| 2023 | $8.2M | 8.2K t |
| 2022 | $13.5M | 9.6K t |
| 2021 | $5.7M | 4.5K t |
| 2020 | $2.2M | 2.4K t |
| 2019 | $4.3M | 3.6K t |
| 2018 | $3.6M | 2.9K t |
| 2017 | $6.2M | 7.0K t |
Where Turkey imports polyester filament tow from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 100% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.3M | 100% |
| Spain | $22K | 0.4% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
| Algeria | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.97 per kg, 59% below the world average of $2.39, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Polyester filament tow exports from Turkey
Exports of polyester filament tow by Turkey reached $541 thousand in 2024 (216 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Saudi Arabia alone took 74% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $401K | 74% |
| Azerbaijan | $79K | 15% |
| Algeria | $15K | 2.7% |
| Italy | $13K | 2.4% |
| Belgium | $12K | 2.2% |
| Colombia | $5K | 1% |
| Iraq | $5K | 0.9% |
| Cyprus | $3K | 0.5% |
| North Macedonia | $2K | 0.4% |
| Germany | $2K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey polyester filament tow imports (HS 5501.20): 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 5501.20: Fibres: synthetic filament tow, of polyesters.
Common questions
What is the value of polyester filament tow imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported polyester filament tow worth $5.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 128 countries worldwide, with 8% of world imports. The value was down 35% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyester filament tow to Turkey?
China was the largest supplier with 100% of the value ($5.3 million), followed by Spain (0%) and the Netherlands (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 4 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 333% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyester filament tow per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.97 per kg in 2024, 59% below the world average of $2.39 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of polyester filament tow to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.2 million in 2017 to $5.4 million in 2024, a fall of 13%. The peak was 2022 at $13.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.1 million a year.
Does Turkey also export polyester filament tow?
Yes. Turkey exported $541 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Azerbaijan and Algeria. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $4.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyester filament tow?
The HS code for polyester filament tow is subheading 5501.20. It sits in HS chapter 55 (man-made staple fibres). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5501 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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