Synthetic filament yarn (other) imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
Turkey imported $15.1 million of synthetic filament yarn (other) in 2024 (1.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value fell 17% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $25.6 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 | $15.1M | 1.3K t |
| 2023 | $18.3M | 1.3K t |
| 2022 | $23.7M | 2.1K t |
| 2021 | $25.6M | 4.2K t |
| 2020 | $13.7M | 1.6K t |
| 2019 | $16.7M | 3.4K t |
| 2018 | $18.5M | 3.5K t |
| 2017 | $9.5M | 546 t |
Where Turkey imports synthetic filament yarn (other) from
China alone supplied 69% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+53% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $10.5M | 70% |
| Netherlands | $1.9M | 12% |
| Japan | $1.8M | 12% |
| South Korea | $399K | 2.6% |
| Italy | $123K | 0.8% |
| Germany | $99K | 0.7% |
| France | $75K | 0.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $58K | 0.4% |
| Austria | $52K | 0.3% |
| United States | $27K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.49 per kg, 50% above the world average of $7.65. 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.
Synthetic filament yarn (other) exports from Turkey
Exports of synthetic filament yarn (other) by Turkey reached $8.5 million in 2024 (2.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 89 countries. Most of it went to United States (34%), Italy (14%), Canada (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Portugal grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $2.9M | 34% |
| Italy | $1.2M | 14% |
| Canada | $967K | 11% |
| Netherlands | $718K | 8.4% |
| Germany | $679K | 8% |
| Sri Lanka | $473K | 5.5% |
| Spain | $368K | 4.3% |
| Lebanon | $323K | 3.8% |
| Portugal | $276K | 3.2% |
| Iran | $145K | 1.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey synthetic filament yarn (other) imports (HS 5402.49): 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 5402.49: Yarn, synthetic: filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), other than high tenacity or textured yarn, single, untwisted or twisted 50 turns or less per metre, n.e.c. in heading no. 5402, not for retail sale, not sewing thread.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic filament yarn (other) imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported synthetic filament yarn (other) worth $15.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 17th of 138 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic filament yarn (other) to Turkey?
China was the largest supplier with 69% of the value ($10.5 million), followed by the Netherlands (12%) and Japan (12%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 61 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 318% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic filament yarn (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $11.49 per kg in 2024, 50% above the world average of $7.65 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of synthetic filament yarn (other) to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.5 million in 2017 to $15.1 million in 2024, an increase of 60%. The peak was 2021 at $25.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $17.6 million a year.
Does Turkey also export synthetic filament yarn (other)?
Yes. Turkey exported $8.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Italy and Canada. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $6.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic filament yarn (other)?
The HS code for synthetic filament yarn (other) is subheading 5402.49. It sits in HS chapter 54 (man-made filaments; strip and the like of man-made textile materials). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5402 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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