Synthetic staple yarn (other) exports from Turkey: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of synthetic staple yarn (other) by Turkey reached $10.7 million in 2024 (885 tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 57 countries. That is 17% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% a year on average.
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 | $10.7M | 885 t |
| 2023 | $12.9M | 821 t |
| 2022 | $9.0M | 629 t |
| 2021 | $6.9M | 553 t |
| 2020 | $3.4M | 271 t |
| 2019 | $4.0M | 320 t |
| 2018 | $3.8M | 371 t |
| 2017 | $3.3M | 389 t |
Where Turkey exports synthetic staple yarn (other) to
Most of it went to Germany (31%), Italy (14%), Belarus (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Sweden grew fastest (+128% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $3.3M | 31% |
| Italy | $1.5M | 14% |
| Belarus | $1.5M | 14% |
| France | $860K | 8% |
| Czech Republic | $432K | 4% |
| Ukraine | $381K | 3.6% |
| Egypt | $315K | 2.9% |
| Sweden | $292K | 2.7% |
| Poland | $281K | 2.6% |
| United Kingdom | $254K | 2.4% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.12 per kg, 159% above the world average of $4.68. 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 (other) imports to Turkey
In 2024, Turkey imported synthetic staple yarn (other) worth $2.8 million (546 tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 110 countries. China alone supplied 71% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+191% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.0M | 71% |
| Italy | $389K | 14% |
| Japan | $211K | 7.6% |
| Germany | $102K | 3.7% |
| Portugal | $41K | 1.5% |
| Czech Republic | $31K | 1.1% |
| Vietnam | $26K | 1% |
| Spain | $0K | 0% |
| Slovenia | $0K | 0% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey synthetic staple yarn (other) exports (HS 5509.41): 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 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.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic staple yarn (other) exported by Turkey?
Turkey exported synthetic staple yarn (other) worth $10.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 885 tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 57 countries worldwide, with 13% of world exports. The value was down 17% on 2023.
Which countries buy synthetic staple yarn (other) from Turkey?
Germany was the largest buyer with 31% of the value ($3.3 million), followed by Italy (14%) and Belarus (14%). The top three together account for 59%, out of 69 buyer countries in total. Sweden grew fastest among the top ten, up 128% on the year.
What is the average export price of synthetic staple yarn (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $12.12 per kg in 2024, 159% above the world average of $4.68 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of synthetic staple yarn (other) from Turkey changed since 2017?
Exports went from $3.3 million in 2017 to $10.7 million in 2024, an increase of 222%. The peak was 2023 at $12.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.8 million a year.
Does Turkey also import synthetic staple yarn (other)?
Yes. Turkey imported $2.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Italy and Japan. On balance Turkey is a net exporter of this product, by about $8.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic staple yarn (other)?
The HS code for synthetic staple yarn (other) is subheading 5509.41. 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?
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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