Bleached kraft sack paper imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Turkey imported bleached kraft sack paper worth $28.8 million (24.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 7th of 167 countries for imports of this product. That is 8% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% 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 | $28.8M | 24.3K t |
| 2023 | $26.6M | 22.6K t |
| 2022 | $26.8M | 24.9K t |
| 2021 | $23.3M | 26.5K t |
| 2020 | $20.2M | 22.7K t |
| 2019 | $12.5M | 12.3K t |
| 2018 | $20.9M | 20.5K t |
| 2017 | $16.7M | 18.6K t |
Where Turkey imports bleached kraft sack paper from
The largest suppliers were Czech Republic (32%), Finland (25%), Sweden (22%). Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Czech Republic | $9.3M | 32% |
| Finland | $7.3M | 25% |
| Sweden | $6.3M | 22% |
| Netherlands | $2.8M | 9.6% |
| Spain | $1.4M | 5% |
| Austria | $774K | 2.7% |
| Canada | $679K | 2.4% |
| Bosnia Herzegovina | $104K | 0.4% |
| Italy | $51K | 0.2% |
| Russia | $50K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.19 per kg, close to the world average of $1.17.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Bleached kraft sack paper exports from Turkey
Turkey exported $759 thousand of bleached kraft sack paper in 2024 (531 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Iraq (43%), Portugal (16%), South Sudan (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+32% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Iraq | $326K | 43% |
| Portugal | $118K | 16% |
| South Sudan | $100K | 13% |
| India | $43K | 5.7% |
| Dominican Republic | $35K | 4.6% |
| Germany | $27K | 3.6% |
| United States | $21K | 2.8% |
| Thailand | $15K | 2% |
| Jordan | $15K | 2% |
| Pakistan | $13K | 1.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey bleached kraft sack paper imports (HS 4804.29): 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 4804.29: Kraft paper and paperboard: sack kraft paper, uncoated, bleached, in rolls or sheets, other than that of heading no. 4802 or 4803.
Common questions
What is the value of bleached kraft sack paper imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported bleached kraft sack paper worth $28.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 24.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 167 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply bleached kraft sack paper to Turkey?
The Czech Republic was the largest supplier with 32% of the value ($9.3 million), followed by Finland (25%) and Sweden (22%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 90% on the year.
What is the average import price of bleached kraft sack paper per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.19 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $1.17 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of bleached kraft sack paper to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $16.7 million in 2017 to $28.8 million in 2024, an increase of 73%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $22.0 million a year.
Does Turkey also export bleached kraft sack paper?
Yes. Turkey exported $759 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Iraq, Portugal and South Sudan. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $28.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for bleached kraft sack paper?
The HS code for bleached kraft sack paper is subheading 4804.29. It sits in HS chapter 48 (paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or paperboard). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4804 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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