Sails exports from Turkey: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of sails by Turkey reached $2.2 million in 2024 (24 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Value fell 53% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $4.9 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 | $2.2M | 24 t |
| 2023 | $4.8M | 68 t |
| 2022 | $4.9M | 72 t |
| 2021 | $4.0M | 61 t |
| 2020 | $3.1M | 56 t |
| 2019 | $3.8M | 63 t |
| 2018 | $4.1M | 66 t |
| 2017 | $3.9M | 61 t |
Where Turkey exports sails to
The largest buyer markets were Sweden (14%), Germany (11%), Netherlands (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 35%.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Sweden | $309K | 14% |
| Germany | $254K | 11% |
| Netherlands | $220K | 9.8% |
| United States | $208K | 9.3% |
| United Kingdom | $185K | 8.3% |
| Spain | $179K | 8% |
| Denmark | $132K | 5.9% |
| Cayman Isds | $132K | 5.9% |
| Belgium | $80K | 3.6% |
| France | $62K | 2.8% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $93.41 per kg, 33% above the world average of $70.47. 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.
Sails imports to Turkey
Imports of sails by Turkey reached $891 thousand in 2024 (4 tonnes). Most of the value came from United Kingdom (39%), Bulgaria (21%), Italy (8%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $349K | 39% |
| Bulgaria | $184K | 21% |
| Italy | $74K | 8.3% |
| Spain | $66K | 7.4% |
| Sri Lanka | $44K | 4.9% |
| Germany | $42K | 4.8% |
| New Zealand | $42K | 4.7% |
| Greece | $30K | 3.4% |
| France | $24K | 2.7% |
| Poland | $18K | 2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey sails exports (HS 6306.30): 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 6306.30: Sails: for boats, sailboards or landcraft.
Common questions
What is the value of sails exported by Turkey?
Turkey exported sails worth $2.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 24 tonnes. That ranks it 16th of 101 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was down 53% on 2023.
Which countries buy sails from Turkey?
Sweden was the largest buyer with 14% of the value ($309 thousand), followed by Germany (11%) and the Netherlands (10%). The top three together account for 35%, out of 53 buyer countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 25% on the year.
What is the average export price of sails per kg?
The average declared export value was about $93.41 per kg in 2024, 33% above the world average of $70.47 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of sails from Turkey changed since 2017?
Exports went from $3.9 million in 2017 to $2.2 million in 2024, a fall of 43%. The peak was 2022 at $4.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.8 million a year.
Does Turkey also import sails?
Yes. Turkey imported $891 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the United Kingdom, Bulgaria and Italy. On balance Turkey is a net exporter of this product, by about $1.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for sails?
The HS code for sails is subheading 6306.30. It sits in HS chapter 63 (textiles, made up articles; sets; worn clothing and worn textile articles; rags). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6306 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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