Base metal costume jewelry imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of base metal costume jewelry by Turkey reached $90.1 million in 2024 (3.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 49% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% 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 | $90.1M | 3.9K t |
| 2023 | $60.6M | 1.6K t |
| 2022 | $47.8M | 1.0K t |
| 2021 | $29.5M | 615 t |
| 2020 | $19.2M | 344 t |
| 2019 | $41.8M | 719 t |
| 2018 | $46.0M | 846 t |
| 2017 | $50.4M | 726 t |
Where Turkey imports base metal costume jewelry from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 78% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+58% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $70.6M | 78% |
| Italy | $4.5M | 5% |
| Thailand | $3.6M | 4% |
| France | $2.8M | 3.1% |
| Spain | $1.9M | 2.1% |
| Germany | $1.5M | 1.7% |
| Vietnam | $1.5M | 1.6% |
| Belgium | $1.2M | 1.4% |
| India | $660K | 0.7% |
| United Kingdom | $450K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $23.01 per kg, 51% below the world average of $47.13, 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.
Base metal costume jewelry exports from Turkey
In 2024, Turkey exported base metal costume jewelry worth $61.7 million (941 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were United States (48%), Germany (7%), United Kingdom (5%). Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+200% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $29.7M | 48% |
| Germany | $4.1M | 6.6% |
| United Kingdom | $2.9M | 4.7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $2.9M | 4.6% |
| France | $2.5M | 4.1% |
| Azerbaijan | $2.4M | 3.9% |
| Spain | $1.4M | 2.2% |
| Sweden | $1.3M | 2.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.3M | 2.2% |
| Australia | $1.1M | 1.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey base metal costume jewelry imports (HS 7117.19): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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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 7117.19: Jewellery: imitation, (excluding cuff links and studs), of base metal, whether or not plated with precious metal.
Common questions
What is the value of base metal costume jewelry imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported base metal costume jewelry worth $90.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 22nd of 218 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 49% on 2023.
Which countries supply base metal costume jewelry to Turkey?
China was the largest supplier with 78% of the value ($70.6 million), followed by Italy (5%) and Thailand (4%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 103 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 106% on the year.
What is the average import price of base metal costume jewelry per kg?
The average declared import value was about $23.01 per kg in 2024, 51% below the world average of $47.13 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of base metal costume jewelry to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $50.4 million in 2017 to $90.1 million in 2024, an increase of 79%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $48.2 million a year.
Does Turkey also export base metal costume jewelry?
Yes. Turkey exported $61.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Germany and the United Kingdom. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $28.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for base metal costume jewelry?
The HS code for base metal costume jewelry is subheading 7117.19. It sits in HS chapter 71 (natural, cultured pearls; precious, semi-precious stones; precious metals, metals clad with precious metal, and articles thereof; imitation jewellery; coin). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7117 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Turkey. Tell us your product to see it live.
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