Synthetic loop pile fabric imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Turkey imported synthetic loop pile fabric worth $7.8 million (1.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 152 countries. That is 39% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $15.6 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 | $7.8M | 1.6K t |
| 2023 | $12.7M | 2.8K t |
| 2022 | $15.5M | 3.1K t |
| 2021 | $15.6M | 1.6K t |
| 2020 | $7.6M | 998 t |
| 2019 | $6.5M | 890 t |
| 2018 | $4.1M | 408 t |
| 2017 | $7.5M | 859 t |
Where Turkey imports synthetic loop pile fabric from
The largest suppliers were China (45%), Germany (10%), Taiwan (7%). Among the main suppliers, Malta grew fastest (+166% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.5M | 45% |
| Germany | $798K | 10% |
| Taiwan | $532K | 6.8% |
| Egypt | $507K | 6.5% |
| Bulgaria | $472K | 6.1% |
| France | $421K | 5.4% |
| Spain | $344K | 4.4% |
| Malta | $221K | 2.8% |
| Italy | $202K | 2.6% |
| Kyrgyzstan | $171K | 2.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.77 per kg, close to the world average of $5.82.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Synthetic loop pile fabric exports from Turkey
Exports of synthetic loop pile fabric by Turkey reached $5.0 million in 2024 (915 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. One buyer market dominates: Belarus accounted for 55% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Georgia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belarus | $2.7M | 55% |
| Tunisia | $402K | 8% |
| Kazakhstan | $221K | 4.4% |
| Serbia | $173K | 3.5% |
| Georgia | $138K | 2.8% |
| Germany | $131K | 2.6% |
| Iran | $128K | 2.6% |
| Italy | $110K | 2.2% |
| Czech Republic | $109K | 2.2% |
| Lebanon | $96K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey synthetic loop pile fabric imports (HS 6001.22): 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 6001.22: Fabrics: looped pile fabrics, of man-made fibres, knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic loop pile fabric imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported synthetic loop pile fabric worth $7.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 152 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 39% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic loop pile fabric to Turkey?
China was the largest supplier with 45% of the value ($3.5 million), followed by Germany (10%) and Taiwan (7%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 30 supplier countries in total. Malta grew fastest among the top ten, up 166% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic loop pile fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.77 per kg in 2024, 18% below the world average of $5.82 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of synthetic loop pile fabric to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.5 million in 2017 to $7.8 million in 2024, an increase of 4%. The peak was 2021 at $15.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.7 million a year.
Does Turkey also export synthetic loop pile fabric?
Yes. Turkey exported $5.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Belarus, Tunisia and Kazakhstan. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $2.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic loop pile fabric?
The HS code for synthetic loop pile fabric is subheading 6001.22. It sits in HS chapter 60 (fabrics; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6001 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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