Technical textile imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Turkey imported technical textile worth $96.8 million (5.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $96.8M | 5.3K t |
| 2023 | $98.0M | 5.4K t |
| 2022 | $87.0M | 4.6K t |
| 2021 | $82.1M | 4.3K t |
| 2020 | $69.0M | 4.6K t |
| 2019 | $62.5M | 3.6K t |
| 2018 | $60.3M | 4.0K t |
| 2017 | $62.4M | 5.1K t |
Where Turkey imports technical textile from
Most of the value came from Germany (22%), China (22%), Italy (19%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+74% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $21.4M | 22% |
| China | $21.1M | 22% |
| Italy | $18.5M | 19% |
| France | $3.5M | 3.6% |
| Austria | $3.1M | 3.2% |
| Switzerland | $2.6M | 2.7% |
| United States | $2.5M | 2.5% |
| Czech Republic | $2.4M | 2.5% |
| India | $2.4M | 2.5% |
| Finland | $2.3M | 2.4% |
Product types under HS 5911
| 5911.90 | Textile products and articles for technical uses: n.e.c. in heading no. 5911 | 42% |
| 5911.32 | Textiles: fabrics and felts, endless or fitted with linking devices, of a kind used in paper-making or similar machines, weighing 650g/m2 or more | 31% |
| 5911.40 | Textile products and articles for technical uses: straining cloth of a kind used in oil presses and the like, including that of human hair | 8.7% |
| 5911.20 | Textile products and articles for technical uses: bolting cloth, whether or not made up | 7.1% |
| 5911.31 | Textiles: fabrics and felts, endless or fitted with linking devices, of a kind used in paper-making or similar machines, weighing less than 650g/m2 | 7% |
| 5911.10 | Textile fabric, felt & felt-lined woven fabrics, coated/covered/laminated with rubber, leather or other material, for card clothing, similar fabrics… | 4.9% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 5911.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $18.43 per kg, 22% above the world average of $15.14. 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.
Technical textile exports from Turkey
Turkey exported $51.8 million of technical textile in 2024 (4.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Germany (14%), United States (7%), Portugal (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 28%. Among the main buyer markets, Nigeria grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $7.4M | 14% |
| United States | $3.8M | 7.3% |
| Portugal | $3.6M | 6.9% |
| Italy | $3.2M | 6.2% |
| Russia | $2.3M | 4.5% |
| Poland | $2.0M | 3.9% |
| Czech Republic | $2.0M | 3.9% |
| Uzbekistan | $1.9M | 3.7% |
| Netherlands | $1.9M | 3.6% |
| Nigeria | $1.8M | 3.4% |
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 5911: Textile products and articles for technical uses; specified in note 7 to this chapter.
Common questions
What is the value of technical textile imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported technical textile worth $96.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 17th of 222 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply technical textile to Turkey?
Germany was the largest supplier with 22% of the value ($21.4 million), followed by China (22%) and Italy (19%). The top three together account for 63%, out of 71 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 74% on the year.
What is the average import price of technical textile per kg?
The average declared import value was about $18.43 per kg in 2024, 22% above the world average of $15.14 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 imports of technical textile to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $62.4 million in 2017 to $96.8 million in 2024, an increase of 55%. The peak was 2023 at $98.0 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Turkey also export technical textile?
Yes. Turkey exported $51.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, the United States and Portugal. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $45.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for technical textile?
The HS code for technical textile is heading 5911. In Turkey the largest six-digit codes were 5911.90 (42% of the value) and 5911.32 (31%). It sits in HS chapter 59 (textile fabrics; impregnated, coated, covered or laminated; textile articles of a kind suitable for industrial use). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5911 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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