Aluminium structural sections exports from Turkey: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Turkey exported aluminium structural sections worth $534.3 million (81.4 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 171 countries. That is 20% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $669.1 million.
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 | $534.3M | 81.4K t |
| 2023 | $669.1M | 89.0K t |
| 2022 | $589.0M | 95.9K t |
| 2021 | $463.2M | 88.8K t |
| 2020 | $383.3M | 70.5K t |
| 2019 | $364.8M | 64.9K t |
| 2018 | $272.7M | 50.5K t |
| 2017 | $254.6M | 44.4K t |
Where Turkey exports aluminium structural sections to
Most of it went to Germany (9%), Russia (9%), United States (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 26%. Among the main buyer markets, Austria grew fastest (+38% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $49.6M | 9.3% |
| Russia | $45.6M | 8.5% |
| United States | $42.6M | 8% |
| Iraq | $30.8M | 5.8% |
| France | $27.8M | 5.2% |
| Romania | $22.3M | 4.2% |
| Georgia | $17.4M | 3.3% |
| Switzerland | $16.8M | 3.2% |
| Austria | $16.6M | 3.1% |
| United Kingdom | $13.5M | 2.5% |
Product types under HS 7610
| 7610.90 | Aluminium: structures (excluding prefabricated buildings of heading no. 9406) and parts of structures, n.e.c. in heading no. 7610, plates, rods… | 72% |
| 7610.10 | Aluminium: structures (excluding prefabricated buildings of heading no. 9406) and parts of structures, doors, windows and their frames and thresholds… | 28% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7610.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.57 per kg, close to the world average of $7.18.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Aluminium structural sections imports to Turkey
Turkey imported $43.8 million of aluminium structural sections in 2024 (7.5 thousand tonnes). The largest suppliers were China (37%), Germany (18%), Netherlands (6%). Among the main suppliers, Greece grew fastest (+71% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $16.4M | 37% |
| Germany | $8.0M | 18% |
| Netherlands | $2.5M | 5.8% |
| Greece | $2.0M | 4.6% |
| Italy | $1.8M | 4.2% |
| Czech Republic | $1.8M | 4.2% |
| United States | $1.7M | 3.8% |
| Poland | $1.2M | 2.7% |
| Spain | $1.1M | 2.4% |
| France | $847K | 1.9% |
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 7610: Aluminium; structures (excluding prefabricated buildings of heading no. 9406) and parts (e.g. bridges and sections, towers, lattice masts, etc) plates, rods, profiles and tubes for structures.
Common questions
What is the value of aluminium structural sections exported by Turkey?
Turkey exported aluminium structural sections worth $534.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 81.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 171 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was down 20% on 2023.
Which countries buy aluminium structural sections from Turkey?
Germany was the largest buyer with 9% of the value ($49.6 million), followed by Russia (9%) and the United States (8%). The top three together account for 26%, out of 163 buyer countries in total. Austria grew fastest among the top ten, up 38% on the year.
What is the average export price of aluminium structural sections per kg?
The average declared export value was about $6.57 per kg in 2024, 8% below the world average of $7.18 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 aluminium structural sections from Turkey changed since 2017?
Exports went from $254.6 million in 2017 to $534.3 million in 2024, an increase of 110%. The peak was 2023 at $669.1 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Turkey also import aluminium structural sections?
Yes. Turkey imported $43.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Germany and the Netherlands. On balance Turkey is a net exporter of this product, by about $490.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for aluminium structural sections?
The HS code for aluminium structural sections is heading 7610. In Turkey the largest six-digit codes were 7610.90 (72% of the value) and 7610.10 (28%). It sits in HS chapter 76 (aluminium and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7610 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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