Wool yarn for retail exports from Turkey: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of wool yarn for retail by Turkey reached $36.6 million in 2024 (2.9 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 127 countries. That is 36% more 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 | $36.6M | 2.9K t |
| 2023 | $27.0M | 2.2K t |
| 2022 | $28.5M | 2.0K t |
| 2021 | $30.0M | 1.8K t |
| 2020 | $23.0M | 1.7K t |
| 2019 | $20.3M | 1.7K t |
| 2018 | $21.8M | 1.4K t |
| 2017 | $21.4M | 1.5K t |
Where Turkey exports wool yarn for retail to
The largest buyer markets were Germany (22%), United States (16%), Denmark (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Finland grew fastest (+239% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $8.0M | 22% |
| United States | $5.9M | 16% |
| Denmark | $4.6M | 12% |
| Finland | $3.5M | 9.5% |
| United Kingdom | $2.0M | 5.4% |
| Sweden | $1.9M | 5.2% |
| Canada | $1.5M | 4.1% |
| Belarus | $1.5M | 4.1% |
| Netherlands | $916K | 2.5% |
| Bulgaria | $819K | 2.2% |
Product types under HS 5109
| 5109.90 | Yarn: of wool or of fine animal hair, containing less than 85% by weight of wool or fine animal hair, put up for retail sale | 66% |
| 5109.10 | Yarn: of wool or of fine animal hair, containing 85% or more by weight of wool or fine animal hair, put up for retail sale | 34% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 5109.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.43 per kg, 33% below the world average of $18.68, 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.
Wool yarn for retail imports to Turkey
Turkey imported $899 thousand of wool yarn for retail in 2024 (38 tonnes). One supplier dominates: Italy accounted for 80% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+217% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $720K | 80% |
| Peru | $79K | 8.8% |
| Bulgaria | $50K | 5.6% |
| France | $19K | 2.1% |
| Romania | $12K | 1.3% |
| Germany | $5K | 0.6% |
| China | $4K | 0.5% |
| United Kingdom | $4K | 0.4% |
| Belgium | $1K | 0.1% |
| Denmark | $1K | 0.1% |
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 5109: Yarn of wool or of fine animal hair, put up for retail sale.
Common questions
What is the value of wool yarn for retail exported by Turkey?
Turkey exported wool yarn for retail worth $36.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 127 countries worldwide, with 8% of world exports. The value was up 36% on 2023.
Which countries buy wool yarn for retail from Turkey?
Germany was the largest buyer with 22% of the value ($8.0 million), followed by the United States (16%) and Denmark (12%). The top three together account for 50%, out of 97 buyer countries in total. Finland grew fastest among the top ten, up 239% on the year.
What is the average export price of wool yarn for retail per kg?
The average declared export value was about $12.43 per kg in 2024, 33% below the world average of $18.68 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 wool yarn for retail from Turkey changed since 2017?
Exports went from $21.4 million in 2017 to $36.6 million in 2024, an increase of 71%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Turkey also import wool yarn for retail?
Yes. Turkey imported $899 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Italy, Peru and Bulgaria. On balance Turkey is a net exporter of this product, by about $35.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for wool yarn for retail?
The HS code for wool yarn for retail is heading 5109. In Turkey the largest six-digit codes were 5109.90 (66% of the value) and 5109.10 (34%). It sits in HS chapter 51 (wool, fine or coarse animal hair; horsehair yarn and woven fabric). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5109 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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