Albumin imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
Turkey imported $12.1 million of albumin in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% a year on average.
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 | $12.1M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $12.4M | 1.2K t |
| 2022 | $8.6M | 730 t |
| 2021 | $8.4M | 1.2K t |
| 2020 | $5.8M | 994 t |
| 2019 | $6.0M | 877 t |
| 2018 | $6.1M | 866 t |
| 2017 | $5.8M | 770 t |
Where Turkey imports albumin from
The largest suppliers were Germany (30%), United Kingdom (26%), Poland (13%). Among the main suppliers, Denmark grew fastest (+665% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $3.7M | 30% |
| United Kingdom | $3.1M | 26% |
| Poland | $1.6M | 13% |
| United States | $1.2M | 9.7% |
| Italy | $591K | 4.9% |
| Belgium | $470K | 3.9% |
| Lithuania | $412K | 3.4% |
| France | $395K | 3.3% |
| Denmark | $235K | 1.9% |
| Norway | $212K | 1.8% |
Product types under HS 3502
| 3502.20 | Albumins: milk albumin, including concentrates of two or more whey proteins | 62% |
| 3502.90 | Albumins, albuminates and other albumin derivatives: other than egg or milk albumin, including concentrates of two or more whey proteins | 25% |
| 3502.11 | Albumins: egg albumin, dried | 13% |
| 3502.19 | Albumins: egg albumin, not dried | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3502.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.09 per kg, 20% above the world average of $8.38. 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.
Albumin exports from Turkey
In 2024, Turkey exported albumin worth $5.5 million (2.0 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Singapore accounted for 54% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore | $3.0M | 54% |
| India | $2.4M | 43% |
| Azerbaijan | $98K | 1.8% |
| Cyprus | $46K | 0.8% |
| Tajikistan | $13K | 0.2% |
| Russia | $9K | 0.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $3K | 0.1% |
| Maldives | $2K | 0% |
| Kuwait | $2K | 0% |
| France | $1K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
Public statistics stop at country totals and the last published year. EximDataX shows the shipment records underneath: the companies, dates, quantities and declared values, updated weekly.
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Updated weekly on EximDataX (some markets daily), while public statistics stop at 2024.
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 3502: Albumins (including concentrates of two or more whey proteins, containing by weight more than 80% whey proteins, calculated on the dry matter), albuminates and other albumin derivatives.
Common questions
What is the value of albumin imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported albumin worth $12.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 39th of 179 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply albumin to Turkey?
Germany was the largest supplier with 30% of the value ($3.7 million), followed by the United Kingdom (26%) and Poland (13%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 28 supplier countries in total. Denmark grew fastest among the top ten, up 665% on the year.
What is the average import price of albumin per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.09 per kg in 2024, 20% above the world average of $8.38 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 albumin to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.8 million in 2017 to $12.1 million in 2024, an increase of 108%. The peak was 2023 at $12.4 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Turkey also export albumin?
Yes. Turkey exported $5.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Singapore, India and Azerbaijan. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $6.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for albumin?
The HS code for albumin is heading 3502. In Turkey the largest six-digit codes were 3502.20 (62% of the value) and 3502.90 (25%). It sits in HS chapter 35 (albuminoidal substances; modified starches; glues; enzymes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3502 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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