Synthetic tarpaulins exports from Turkey: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Turkey exported synthetic tarpaulins worth $22.3 million (2.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. That is 29% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $31.1 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 | $22.3M | 2.6K t |
| 2023 | $31.1M | 3.2K t |
| 2022 | $22.0M | 2.7K t |
| 2021 | $20.0M | 2.5K t |
| 2020 | $15.8M | 2.4K t |
| 2019 | $13.6M | 1.9K t |
| 2018 | $15.5M | 2.0K t |
| 2017 | $11.7M | 1.6K t |
Where Turkey exports synthetic tarpaulins to
Most of it went to Russia (16%), Uzbekistan (7%), Germany (5%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 29%. Among the main buyer markets, Libya grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Russia | $3.7M | 16% |
| Uzbekistan | $1.6M | 7.2% |
| Germany | $1.1M | 5% |
| Austria | $998K | 4.5% |
| Czech Republic | $895K | 4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $853K | 3.8% |
| United States | $843K | 3.8% |
| Libya | $762K | 3.4% |
| Belgium | $731K | 3.3% |
| Netherlands | $730K | 3.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.71 per kg, 65% above the world average of $5.29. 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 tarpaulins imports to Turkey
Turkey imported $2.2 million of synthetic tarpaulins in 2024 (221 tonnes). Most of the value came from Belgium (38%), China (30%), Germany (13%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+812% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $825K | 38% |
| China | $667K | 31% |
| Germany | $277K | 13% |
| Italy | $88K | 4% |
| Netherlands | $69K | 3.1% |
| South Korea | $65K | 3% |
| Czech Republic | $52K | 2.4% |
| United States | $47K | 2.1% |
| Ukraine | $19K | 0.9% |
| France | $18K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey synthetic tarpaulins exports (HS 6306.12): 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 6306.12: Tarpaulins, awnings and sunblinds: of synthetic fibres.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic tarpaulins exported by Turkey?
Turkey exported synthetic tarpaulins worth $22.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 11th of 146 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was down 29% on 2023.
Which countries buy synthetic tarpaulins from Turkey?
Russia was the largest buyer with 16% of the value ($3.7 million), followed by Uzbekistan (7%) and Germany (5%). The top three together account for 29%, out of 98 buyer countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 63% on the year.
What is the average export price of synthetic tarpaulins per kg?
The average declared export value was about $8.71 per kg in 2024, 65% above the world average of $5.29 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of synthetic tarpaulins from Turkey changed since 2017?
Exports went from $11.7 million in 2017 to $22.3 million in 2024, an increase of 91%. The peak was 2023 at $31.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $19.0 million a year.
Does Turkey also import synthetic tarpaulins?
Yes. Turkey imported $2.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Belgium, China and Germany. On balance Turkey is a net exporter of this product, by about $20.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic tarpaulins?
The HS code for synthetic tarpaulins is subheading 6306.12. 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 6306 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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