Sorted textile rags exports from Turkey: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of sorted textile rags by Turkey reached $6.0 million in 2024 (6.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. Value rose 17% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $6.0M | 6.7K t |
| 2023 | $5.2M | 5.7K t |
| 2022 | $4.1M | 3.7K t |
| 2021 | $3.7M | 4.1K t |
| 2020 | $4.1M | 5.9K t |
| 2019 | $4.3M | 6.0K t |
| 2018 | $3.8M | 5.9K t |
| 2017 | $4.3M | 5.4K t |
Where Turkey exports sorted textile rags to
The largest buyer markets were United States (28%), Pakistan (17%), Germany (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Canada grew fastest (+410% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.7M | 29% |
| Pakistan | $1.0M | 17% |
| Germany | $662K | 11% |
| Italy | $408K | 6.8% |
| United Kingdom | $397K | 6.6% |
| Romania | $250K | 4.1% |
| Netherlands | $167K | 2.8% |
| France | $161K | 2.7% |
| Georgia | $156K | 2.6% |
| Canada | $114K | 1.9% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.90 per kg, 48% above the world average of $0.61. 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.
Sorted textile rags imports to Turkey
Turkey imported $1.4 million of sorted textile rags in 2024 (3.0 thousand tonnes). Most of the value came from Tunisia (32%), Greece (20%), El Salvador (10%). Among the main suppliers, Greece grew fastest (+628% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Tunisia | $459K | 32% |
| Greece | $294K | 21% |
| El Salvador | $146K | 10% |
| Morocco | $133K | 9.3% |
| Romania | $123K | 8.6% |
| Bulgaria | $47K | 3.3% |
| Serbia | $43K | 3% |
| Belgium | $31K | 2.2% |
| Pakistan | $22K | 1.6% |
| Netherlands | $22K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey sorted textile rags exports (HS 6310.10): 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 6310.10: Rags: used or new, scrap twine, cordage, rope and cables and worn out articles of twine, cordage, rope or cables, of textile materials: sorted.
Common questions
What is the value of sorted textile rags exported by Turkey?
Turkey exported sorted textile rags worth $6.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 134 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was up 17% on 2023.
Which countries buy sorted textile rags from Turkey?
The United States was the largest buyer with 28% of the value ($1.7 million), followed by Pakistan (17%) and Germany (11%). The top three together account for 57%, out of 59 buyer countries in total. Canada grew fastest among the top ten, up 410% on the year.
What is the average export price of sorted textile rags per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.90 per kg in 2024, 48% above the world average of $0.61 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of sorted textile rags from Turkey changed since 2017?
Exports went from $4.3 million in 2017 to $6.0 million in 2024, an increase of 40%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.4 million a year.
Does Turkey also import sorted textile rags?
Yes. Turkey imported $1.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Tunisia, Greece and El Salvador. On balance Turkey is a net exporter of this product, by about $4.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for sorted textile rags?
The HS code for sorted textile rags is subheading 6310.10. 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 6310 page.
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