Türkiye’s Furniture, Paper and Forest Products Exports and Government Support
Türkiye exported USD 5,121 million of furniture, paper and forest products in 8 months. Let’s grow your share.
According to Türkiye Exporters Assembly (TİM) data, Türkiye’s furniture, paper and forest products exports fell 0.8% between January and August 2026 compared with the same period last year. Iraq and the United Kingdom account for 17.6% of the total market. FIX runs market selection, reaching buyers and the government support application for export costs in a single team.
- USD 5,121MJanuary to August 2026 · TİM
- +0.7%change over the last 12 months
- 10 main marketsTİM country breakdown
Where do furniture exports stand in 2026?
According to TİM data, Türkiye’s exports of furniture, paper and forest products reached USD 5.12 billion between January and August 2026, down 0.8% on the same period last year.
Over the last 12 months they totalled USD 7.94 billion (+0.7%), a 2.77% share of total exports.
- January to August 2026
- USD 5,121M
- Annual change
- −0.8%
- Share of total exports
- 2.77%
- Last 12 months
- USD 7,944M
Source: TİM, consolidated export registration figures as of 31 August 2026 (USD thousand converted to USD million). The definition is TİM’s “Furniture, Paper and Forest Products” line; products fall mostly under HS (GTİP) chapters 44, 48 and 94.
Which countries buy the most Turkish furniture?
| Country | January to August 2026 (USD million) | Change | Share |
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| Iraq | 621 | −16.6% | 12.1% |
| United Kingdom | 284 | −4.8% | 5.5% |
| US | 264 | +0.3% | 5.2% |
| Morocco | 203 | 0.0% | 4.0% |
| France | 190 | +18.5% | 3.7% |
| Libya | 190 | −6.3% | 3.7% |
| Germany | 178 | −5.5% | 3.5% |
| Georgia | 165 | 0.0% | 3.2% |
| Iran | 165 | −5.8% | 3.2% |
| Bulgaria | 158 | +12.9% | 3.1% |
Which markets are growing fastest?
We select the fastest-growing markets from countries that exceeded USD 20 million in the same period both last year and this year; we leave out jumps from a small base.
- SyriaUSD 112 million+49.5%
- NigeriaUSD 38 million+23.7%
- AustriaUSD 41 million+23.2%
- Bosnia and HerzegovinaUSD 25 million+18.6%
- FranceUSD 190 million+18.5%
What drives success in furniture exports?
The success factors we work on: taking your brand into homes and offices around the world and easing your cost burden.
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Sustainability and certification
In the global market, buyers now question not only the design but also where the raw material comes from. We manage the application for the eligible part of your sustainability certificate costs, such as FSC, and quality certification costs, and plan your technical acceptance process. -
Trend-focused market analysis
We use data to track in which markets demand is rising for modern, classic or office furniture. We base your export route on global furniture trend reports and customs data to reach the right target audience. -
TURQUALITY® and corporate branding
We aim to take your product beyond being a price-driven option and build prestigious brand value. By building a corporate structure to TURQUALITY® standards, we help you compete with global rivals on the strength of your design and brand. -
Showroom and warehouse support
Overseas showroom and warehouse rents are the furniture sector’s biggest expense; we plan for government incentives to cover the eligible part. We match the costs of your physical presence in target markets to suitable support programmes and work to help you build a lasting position in the local market. -
Logistics and distribution channel structure
We help you build the right distributor and logistics partner network to ship bulky products and reach end users. We design the professional sales channels that will represent your brand. -
Design and collection financing
We plan government support for the high design and prototype costs of preparing new collections. By easing eligible costs, from designer fees to modelling, with incentives, we work to protect your liquidity.
Sourcing from Turkish furniture manufacturers
According to TİM, Türkiye exported USD 5.12 billion of furniture, paper and forest products from January to August 2026; Iraq and the United Kingdom take 17.6% between them. For buyers in Europe and North America, FSC certification and EUTR compliance matter as much as design. Through Import Consulting, FIX finds Turkish furniture manufacturers for your collection, checks their certificates and capacity, and manages quotations and samples on your behalf.
- Manufacturer search: we list makers of furniture, paper and wood products for your range (mostly HS chapters 44, 48 and 94).
- Certificate check: we review FSC or PEFC certificates, EUTR documents and references, and tell manufacturers from intermediaries.
- Quotation comparison: we set offers side by side in one report, then negotiate price, MOQ, payment terms and Incoterms for you.
- Samples and introduction: we handle correspondence and sampling and, with your approval, introduce you directly to the supplier you choose.
Which government support can furniture companies use?
- Market Entry Certificate Support (Pazara Giriş Belgesi Desteği)Ministry of TradeSupport rate 50% support rate: 50% TRY 19,728,672
- International Trade Fair Support (Yurt Dışı Fuar Desteği)Ministry of TradeSupport rate 50% support rate: 50% TRY 3,698,274
- Overseas Unit Rent SupportMinistry of TradeSupport rate 50% support rate: 50% TRY 9,862,972
- Promotion Support (Tanıtım Desteği)Ministry of TradeSupport rate 50% support rate: 50% TRY 19,728,672
- Overseas Market Research Support (Yurt Dışı Pazar Araştırması Desteği)Ministry of TradeSupport rate 50% support rate: 50% TRY 490,559
- 1507 SME R&D Startup Grant ProgrammeTÜBİTAKSupport rate 75% support rate: 75% TRY 3,500,000
- Strategic Product Support ProgrammeKOSGEBrepayableSupport rate 80% support rate: 80% TRY 10,000,000
Source: current programme legislation of the relevant institutions. Limits may change under each institution’s current legislation; the exact amount is confirmed by the institution’s announcement during the application period.
Programmes are not listed in order of importance.
How does FIX work with furniture companies?
We bring together the international certification, market intelligence and financial support the sector needs, all in one place.
We aim to take your products beyond furniture and turn them into prestigious brands that global buyers choose.
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Operational agility and compliance
We manage compliance with the FSC, PEFC and regional safety standards that are critical in forest products and furniture exports. We plan compliance with target markets’ sustainability and quality regulations from the start and address technical barriers early as your products reach shelves worldwide. -
Data-led export strategy
We use data to analyse which countries show stronger demand for furniture trends and your product group. We examine regional consumption habits and competitor pricing and base your export route on field intelligence, not assumptions. We see risks in advance and plan a data-driven market entry. -
Strategic financing and government support
We plan which government incentives can be used for your high-cost design registrations, sample shipments and overseas store and warehouse rents. We match the eligible activities, from international trade fairs to promotion, with suitable support programmes. Then we run the application for the eligible part of your growth budget ourselves.
Our solutions for the furniture sector
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FIX model
International Trade Consulting (UTD®)
Who it’s forCompanies that want buyer research and strategic guidance
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FIX model
Hands-on Export and Business Development (KİVİG®)
Who it’s forCompanies that want a foreign trade team working in the field
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Corporate Development
TURQUALITY® Consulting
Who it’s forCompanies that want to move their brand into a higher value-added position
Client results
- Companies served
- 250+
- Active export clients
- 50+
- Target countries
- 150+
- Exports achievedto date
- 250 M $
Figures are compiled from FIX records and updated from a single source.
Some of the companies we work with
How do you export furniture?
Exporting furniture starts with choosing the right target market based on data and completing requirements such as FSC and the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) before shipment. The EUDR will apply to large and medium-sized companies from 30 December 2026 and to micro and small companies from 30 June 2027.
The decisive step is reaching the person who makes the purchasing decision directly. FIX runs contact with distributors and retail chains, market data and government support planning in a single team; we don’t stop at a report, we implement the process with you.
- Product and capacity analysisWe clarify your product group (mostly HS chapters 44, 48 and 94), your production capacity and your export readiness.
- Target market selectionWe match the large and fast-growing markets in TİM data with your product and set the order of priority.
- Regulatory and document complianceWe plan target market requirements such as EUDR / FSC and the testing and certification steps.
- Direct contact with buyersWe reach the people who make the buying decision and manage meetings and quotations with you.
- Support planningWe plan trade fair, promotion, certification and market research costs around the right government support.
What government support is there for furniture exports?
A significant share of furniture companies’ export costs, such as overseas showroom and warehouse rent, design and trade fairs, can be financed through government support.
The right support depends on the cost item and company size; the relevant institution makes the final decision, and we prepare your application in its strongest form for that assessment.
- Showroom and warehouse rent supportWe manage the Overseas Unit Rent Support (Yurt Dışı Birim Kira Desteği) application for overseas showroom and warehouse rents, among the sector’s largest operating costs. When a significant part of the cost of physical presence is covered by support, your growth budget remains available for the new market.
- Design, collection and certification supportWe plan suitable government support for the high design costs of new collections and the technical certification spending needed to meet international standards. We use incentives to ease the burden, from designer fees to prototyping, and work to protect your liquidity.
- Global promotion and trade fair supportWe plan suitable support for activities that make your brand visible abroad, from international trade fairs to digital promotion. We also manage the applications for support with your travel and advertising spending.
What should you watch out for in furniture exports?
- Sustainability and certification passport: Success in the global market, especially in Europe and North America, depends not only on design but on where the raw material comes from. Compliance with FSC, PEFC and regional safety standards is the first step to getting your product onto the shelf without technical hold-ups.
- Design-led branding and trend analysis: In furniture, selling on brand rather than price starts with market data. We use data to analyse which markets want modern and which want classic designs, and build your export route around global furniture trends.
- Local presence and showroom strategy: When exporting bulky products, speed and an on-site experience are the biggest competitive advantages. The right distributor network in the target market, plus an on-the-ground showroom or warehouse, creates a sales channel that earns end users’ trust.
- Document timeline: Planning certification lead times backwards from the first shipment date means a ready order is not kept waiting.
- Support timing: Planning eligible expenditure before any payment is made means you don’t lose support you’re entitled to.
Other services
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Exports
Export Consulting
We run the export process with you, from market selection to order talks with buyers.
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Exports
Market Entry Project
A data-driven export roadmap; 50% of the cost can be covered by Ministry support.
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Exports
Target Market Research Report
We use data to show where your product is in demand, then prioritise those markets.
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Exports
Potential Customer List
We deliver a list of importers and decision-makers who fit your product, with verified contact details.
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Grants and incentives
Export Support
We plan trade fair, promotion and market entry costs with Ministry of Trade support.
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Corporate Development
TURQUALITY® Consulting
We run the TURQUALITY® process end to end, from application to audit and spending management.
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Grants and incentives
TÜBİTAK Consulting
We design and run your R&D and innovation projects under the TÜBİTAK programme that fits you.
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Grants and incentives
KOSGEB Consulting
We manage SME applications for start-up, capacity and digital transformation support.
Frequently asked questions
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How much furniture does Türkiye export?According to TİM data, Türkiye’s exports of furniture, paper and forest products between January…
According to TİM data, Türkiye’s exports of furniture, paper and forest products between January and August 2026 reached USD 5.12 billion. This is down 0.8% on the same period last year. Over the last 12 months they totalled USD 7.94 billion (+0.7%). Source: TİM, consolidated export registration figures as of 31 August 2026.
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How do you start exporting furniture?You start exporting furniture by clarifying your product’s HS (GTİP) classification (mostly…
You start exporting furniture by clarifying your product’s HS (GTİP) classification (mostly chapters 44, 48 and 94) and the target market’s EUDR / FSC requirements. In furniture, the first priority is sustainability and certification; we make the traceability of your wood source the first step of the plan. In the Initial Analysis (Check-Up) meeting, we design buyer and distributor contact together with the support plan.
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How do you choose a target market for furniture exports?In furniture exports, we choose the target market by weighing growth rate, EUDR / FSC compliance…
In furniture exports, we choose the target market by weighing growth rate, EUDR / FSC compliance cost, customs duty, freight and your price position together. According to TİM data, the top five markets take 30.5% of exports, with Iraq well ahead; European and North African markets call for different product and pricing strategies. Source: TİM, consolidated export registration figures as of 31 August 2026.
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Which grant and incentive programmes can furniture companies apply for?Furniture companies can apply for showroom and warehouse rent support; design, collection and…
Furniture companies can apply for showroom and warehouse rent support; design, collection and certification support; and global promotion and trade fair support. For overseas trade fairs and promotion, the Ministry of Trade’s International Trade Fair Support (Yurt Dışı Fuar Desteği) and promotion support come into play; for document costs, Market Entry Certificate Support (Pazara Giriş Belgesi Desteği) applies. You can see the options that suit your company with the AIx® Incentive Robot; final eligibility is the relevant institution’s decision.
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Which documents do you need to export furniture?It varies by target market, but EUDR compliance in the EU and FSC certification are often…
It varies by target market, but EUDR compliance in the EU and FSC certification are often required; products are mostly classified under HS chapters 44, 48 and 94. Testing and certification costs can be planned under Market Entry Certificate Support (Pazara Giriş Belgesi Desteği).
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When should you apply for support for furniture exports?In furniture exports, apply for support before EUDR compliance / FSC certification and trade…
In furniture exports, apply for support before EUDR compliance / FSC certification and trade fair, promotion and market research spending. Some programmes require an application or prior approval before spending. Because the certificate must be ready before the first shipment, we prepare the support timeline together with your collection, trade fair and shipment plan.
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How does FIX work with furniture companies?FIX works with furniture companies on certification compliance, data-driven export strategy and…
FIX works with furniture companies on certification compliance, data-driven export strategy and support planning. We use the UTD® model for importer and retail chain research and KİVİG® to run post-trade-fair follow-up in the field. HİT® covers direct contact with purchasing managers; we identify the one that suits your company’s scale in the Initial Analysis (Check-Up) meeting.