Industrial exports rose 12.7 percent to $62.2 billion, with chemical and related product exports rising 27.5 percent.
Machinery and parts exports climbed 21.2 percent, while jewelry exports climbed 14.6 percent.
Turkey's leather and leather products sector was the only one to shrink compared to 2004, with export sales declining 2.1 percent to $1.2 billion.
Türk Eximbank under the ruling AK Party has extended some $10.5 billion in short-term loans and that this support would continue, especially to small and medium-sized business.
The Trade Ministry has started preparing a special film to promote Turkish products.
Turkey is continuing the development of its free trade zones and easing customs procedures for exporters in addition to working to streamline and simplify tax collection.
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