Tanned furskins exports from Turkey: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of tanned furskins by Turkey reached $45.9 million in 2024 (1.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 100 countries. That is 4% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $45.9M | 1.1K t |
| 2023 | $47.9M | 1.2K t |
| 2022 | $50.9M | 1.2K t |
| 2021 | $49.6M | 1.2K t |
| 2020 | $33.2M | 743 t |
| 2019 | $56.6M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $56.5M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $52.0M | 1.2K t |
Where Turkey exports tanned furskins to
The largest buyer markets were South Korea (19%), Italy (16%), China (14%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 48%. Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+231% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $8.6M | 19% |
| Italy | $7.3M | 16% |
| China | $6.2M | 14% |
| Germany | $4.7M | 10% |
| Russia | $2.7M | 5.8% |
| India | $2.3M | 5.1% |
| United States | $2.2M | 4.7% |
| United Kingdom | $1.5M | 3.3% |
| Kazakhstan | $1.5M | 3.3% |
| Pakistan | $1.0M | 2.3% |
Product types under HS 4302
| 4302.19 | Furskins: tanned or dressed, whole, with or without head, tail or paws, not assembled, n.e.c. in heading no. 4302, excluding goods or heading no. 4303 | 95% |
| 4302.11 | Furskins: tanned or dressed, of mink, whole, with or without head, tail or paws, not assembled | 3.3% |
| 4302.30 | Furskins: tanned or dressed, whole skins and pieces or cuttings thereof, assembled, excluding goods of heading no. 4303 | 0.8% |
| 4302.20 | Furskins: tanned or dressed, heads, tails, paws and other pieces or cuttings, not assembled, excluding goods of heading no. 4303 | 0.5% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 4302.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $40.05 per kg, 42% below the world average of $68.48, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Tanned furskins imports to Turkey
In 2024, Turkey imported tanned furskins worth $17.5 million (242 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The largest suppliers were Greece (27%), Spain (17%), Italy (16%). Among the main suppliers, Hong Kong grew fastest (+922% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Greece | $4.7M | 27% |
| Spain | $2.9M | 17% |
| Italy | $2.7M | 16% |
| Finland | $1.1M | 6.4% |
| Thailand | $1.0M | 6% |
| China | $1.0M | 5.9% |
| Hong Kong | $523K | 3% |
| Australia | $492K | 2.8% |
| Lithuania | $400K | 2.3% |
| Denmark | $348K | 2% |
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 4302: Tanned or dressed furskins (including heads, tails, paws, other pieces, cuttings), unassembled, or assembled (without addition of other materials), excluding those of heading no. 4303.
Common questions
What is the value of tanned furskins exported by Turkey?
Turkey exported tanned furskins worth $45.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 100 countries worldwide, with 4% of world exports. The value was down 4% on 2023.
Which countries buy tanned furskins from Turkey?
South Korea was the largest buyer with 19% of the value ($8.6 million), followed by Italy (16%) and China (14%). The top three together account for 48%, out of 74 buyer countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 231% on the year.
What is the average export price of tanned furskins per kg?
The average declared export value was about $40.05 per kg in 2024, 42% below the world average of $68.48 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 tanned furskins from Turkey changed since 2017?
Exports went from $52.0 million in 2017 to $45.9 million in 2024, a fall of 12%. The peak was 2019 at $56.6 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Turkey also import tanned furskins?
Yes. Turkey imported $17.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Greece, Spain and Italy. On balance Turkey is a net exporter of this product, by about $28.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for tanned furskins?
The HS code for tanned furskins is heading 4302. In Turkey the largest six-digit codes were 4302.19 (95% of the value) and 4302.11 (3%). It sits in HS chapter 43 (furskins and artificial fur; manufactures thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4302 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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