Synthetic staple yarn exports from Turkey: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Turkey exported synthetic staple yarn worth $369.3 million (85.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 127 countries for exports of this product. That is 6% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $505.5 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 | $369.3M | 85.5K t |
| 2023 | $391.1M | 77.2K t |
| 2022 | $505.5M | 92.3K t |
| 2021 | $396.5M | 78.8K t |
| 2020 | $212.5M | 52.3K t |
| 2019 | $262.3M | 61.0K t |
| 2018 | $261.8M | 57.3K t |
| 2017 | $318.9M | 67.9K t |
Where Turkey exports synthetic staple yarn to
The largest buyer markets were Italy (11%), Spain (7%), Russia (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 26%. Among the main buyer markets, Georgia grew fastest (+57% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $41.3M | 11% |
| Spain | $27.1M | 7.3% |
| Russia | $25.9M | 7% |
| Morocco | $20.5M | 5.6% |
| United Kingdom | $18.7M | 5.1% |
| Iran | $18.4M | 5% |
| Belarus | $17.8M | 4.8% |
| Germany | $16.3M | 4.4% |
| Georgia | $15.6M | 4.2% |
| Armenia | $15.2M | 4.1% |
Product types under HS 5509
| 5509.32 | Yarn: (not sewing thread), multiple (folded) or cabled, of synthetic staple fibres, containing 85% or more by weight of acrylic or modacrylic, not… | 41% |
| 5509.69 | Yarn: (not sewing thread), of acrylic or modacrylic staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with fibres n.e.c. in item no. 5509.6, not put up for… | 14% |
| 5509.53 | Yarn: (not sewing thread), of polyester staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, not put up for retail sale | 11% |
| 5509.31 | Yarn: (not sewing thread), single, of synthetic staple fibres, containing 85% or more by weight of acrylic or modacrylic, not put up for retail sale | 9.9% |
| 5509.62 | Yarn: (not sewing thread), of acrylic or modacrylic staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, not put up for retail sale | 4.3% |
| 5509.99 | Yarn: (not sewing thread), of synthetic staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with fibres (other than wool, fine animal hair or cotton), n.e.c. in… | 3.1% |
| 5509.41 | Yarn: (not sewing thread), single, containing 85% or more by weight of synthetic staple fibres, n.e.c. in heading no. 5509, not put up for retail sale | 2.9% |
| 5509.42 | Yarn: (not sewing thread), multiple (folded) or cabled yarn, containing 85% or more by weight of synthetic staple fibres, n.e.c. in heading no. 5509… | 2.5% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 5509.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.32 per kg, 44% above the world average of $3.00. 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 staple yarn imports to Turkey
Imports of synthetic staple yarn by Turkey reached $189.9 million in 2024 (68.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 196 countries for imports of this product. Most of the value came from India (41%), Egypt (19%), China (13%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+33% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $77.3M | 41% |
| Egypt | $35.9M | 19% |
| China | $25.0M | 13% |
| Indonesia | $18.8M | 9.9% |
| Nepal | $6.8M | 3.6% |
| Italy | $5.2M | 2.7% |
| Bulgaria | $3.8M | 2% |
| Romania | $3.7M | 1.9% |
| Germany | $2.4M | 1.3% |
| Vietnam | $1.8M | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
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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 5509: Yarn (other than sewing thread) of synthetic staple fibres, not put up for retail sale.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic staple yarn exported by Turkey?
Turkey exported synthetic staple yarn worth $369.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 85.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 127 countries worldwide, with 8% of world exports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries buy synthetic staple yarn from Turkey?
Italy was the largest buyer with 11% of the value ($41.3 million), followed by Spain (7%) and Russia (7%). The top three together account for 26%, out of 116 buyer countries in total. Georgia grew fastest among the top ten, up 57% on the year.
What is the average export price of synthetic staple yarn per kg?
The average declared export value was about $4.32 per kg in 2024, 44% above the world average of $3.00 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 synthetic staple yarn from Turkey changed since 2017?
Exports went from $318.9 million in 2017 to $369.3 million in 2024, an increase of 16%. The peak was 2022 at $505.5 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Turkey also import synthetic staple yarn?
Yes. Turkey imported $189.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from India, Egypt and China. On balance Turkey is a net exporter of this product, by about $179.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic staple yarn?
The HS code for synthetic staple yarn is heading 5509. In Turkey the largest six-digit codes were 5509.32 (41% of the value) and 5509.69 (14%). It sits in HS chapter 55 (man-made staple fibres). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5509 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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