Rubber thread exports from Turkey: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of rubber thread by Turkey reached $34.3 million in 2024 (3.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 6th of 133 countries for exports of this product. Value rose 16% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% 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 | $34.3M | 3.5K t |
| 2023 | $29.6M | 3.1K t |
| 2022 | $24.9M | 3.1K t |
| 2021 | $19.6M | 2.8K t |
| 2020 | $19.1M | 3.2K t |
| 2019 | $15.6M | 2.8K t |
| 2018 | $13.3M | 2.9K t |
| 2017 | $10.2M | 2.2K t |
Where Turkey exports rubber thread to
The largest buyer markets were Germany (26%), Mexico (22%), Thailand (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Thailand grew fastest (+82% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $9.1M | 27% |
| Mexico | $7.6M | 22% |
| Thailand | $4.9M | 14% |
| United States | $3.4M | 9.9% |
| Romania | $3.1M | 9.1% |
| Slovakia | $603K | 1.8% |
| Brazil | $603K | 1.8% |
| United Kingdom | $594K | 1.7% |
| Egypt | $499K | 1.5% |
| Bulgaria | $300K | 0.9% |
Product types under HS 5604
| 5604.90 | Yarn: textile yarn, strip, and the like of heading no. 5404 or 5405, impregnated, coated, covered, or sheathed with rubber or plastics, n.e.c. in… | 94% |
| 5604.10 | Rubber thread and cord: textile covered | 6.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 5604.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.90 per kg, close to the world average of $8.29.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Rubber thread imports to Turkey
Imports of rubber thread by Turkey reached $10.2 million in 2024 (861 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Most of the value came from Germany (40%), Italy (25%), France (14%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+62% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $4.1M | 40% |
| Italy | $2.5M | 25% |
| France | $1.4M | 14% |
| China | $942K | 9.2% |
| Japan | $497K | 4.9% |
| United Kingdom | $188K | 1.8% |
| United States | $171K | 1.7% |
| South Korea | $104K | 1% |
| Pakistan | $70K | 0.7% |
| Romania | $44K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
Public statistics stop at country totals and the last published year. EximDataX shows the shipment records underneath: the companies, dates, quantities and declared values, updated weekly.
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Updated weekly on EximDataX (some markets daily), while public statistics stop at 2024.
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 5604: Rubber thread and cord, textile covered; textile yarn and strip and the like of heading no. 5404, 5405; impregnated, coated, covered or sheathed with rubber or plastics.
Common questions
What is the value of rubber thread exported by Turkey?
Turkey exported rubber thread worth $34.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 133 countries worldwide, with 4% of world exports. The value was up 16% on 2023.
Which countries buy rubber thread from Turkey?
Germany was the largest buyer with 26% of the value ($9.1 million), followed by Mexico (22%) and Thailand (14%). The top three together account for 63%, out of 95 buyer countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 82% on the year.
What is the average export price of rubber thread per kg?
The average declared export value was about $9.90 per kg in 2024, 19% above the world average of $8.29 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have exports of rubber thread from Turkey changed since 2017?
Exports went from $10.2 million in 2017 to $34.3 million in 2024, an increase of 237%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Turkey also import rubber thread?
Yes. Turkey imported $10.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, Italy and France. On balance Turkey is a net exporter of this product, by about $24.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for rubber thread?
The HS code for rubber thread is heading 5604. In Turkey the largest six-digit codes were 5604.90 (94% of the value) and 5604.10 (6%). It sits in HS chapter 56 (wadding, felt and nonwovens, special yarns; twine, cordage, ropes and cables and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5604 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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