Unsorted textile rags imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
Turkey imported $7.4 million of unsorted textile rags in 2024 (26.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 7th of 207 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 47% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 7% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $29.0 million.
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 | $7.4M | 26.1K t |
| 2023 | $14.0M | 36.5K t |
| 2022 | $29.0M | 50.8K t |
| 2021 | $19.7M | 39.1K t |
| 2020 | $8.4M | 24.3K t |
| 2019 | $7.5M | 25.5K t |
| 2018 | $11.3M | 25.9K t |
| 2017 | $12.0M | 27.9K t |
Where Turkey imports unsorted textile rags from
Most of the value came from Honduras (32%), Italy (19%), Spain (6%). Among the main suppliers, Egypt grew fastest (+492% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Honduras | $2.4M | 32% |
| Italy | $1.4M | 19% |
| Spain | $470K | 6.4% |
| El Salvador | $411K | 5.6% |
| Morocco | $360K | 4.9% |
| Uzbekistan | $322K | 4.4% |
| Dominican Republic | $308K | 4.2% |
| Iran | $276K | 3.8% |
| Egypt | $193K | 2.6% |
| Germany | $185K | 2.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.28 per kg, 47% below the world average of $0.53, 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.
Unsorted textile rags exports from Turkey
Turkey exported $4.0 million of unsorted textile rags in 2024 (9.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to United States (39%), Germany (12%), Malaysia (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Hungary grew fastest (+304% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.5M | 39% |
| Germany | $466K | 12% |
| Malaysia | $295K | 7.5% |
| Sweden | $232K | 5.9% |
| Italy | $206K | 5.2% |
| India | $121K | 3.1% |
| Hungary | $102K | 2.6% |
| Spain | $93K | 2.4% |
| Cambodia | $71K | 1.8% |
| Iraq | $61K | 1.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey unsorted textile rags imports (HS 6310.90): 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 6310.90: Rags: used or new, scrap twine, cordage, rope and cables and worn out articles of twine, cordage, rope or cables, of textile materials: other than sorted.
Common questions
What is the value of unsorted textile rags imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported unsorted textile rags worth $7.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 26.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 207 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 47% on 2023.
Which countries supply unsorted textile rags to Turkey?
Honduras was the largest supplier with 32% of the value ($2.4 million), followed by Italy (19%) and Spain (6%). The top three together account for 57%, out of 46 supplier countries in total. Egypt grew fastest among the top ten, up 492% on the year.
What is the average import price of unsorted textile rags per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.28 per kg in 2024, 47% below the world average of $0.53 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of unsorted textile rags to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.0 million in 2017 to $7.4 million in 2024, a fall of 39%. The peak was 2022 at $29.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $13.7 million a year.
Does Turkey also export unsorted textile rags?
Yes. Turkey exported $4.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Germany and Malaysia. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $3.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for unsorted textile rags?
The HS code for unsorted textile rags is subheading 6310.90. 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 6310 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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