Brake and clutch material imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of brake and clutch material by Turkey reached $44.7 million in 2024 (3.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 9th of 213 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 6% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $44.7M | 3.4K t |
| 2023 | $42.4M | 3.7K t |
| 2022 | $34.9M | 3.3K t |
| 2021 | $34.3M | 3.1K t |
| 2020 | $28.6M | 2.9K t |
| 2019 | $29.8M | 2.9K t |
| 2018 | $34.8M | 3.3K t |
| 2017 | $40.1M | 3.4K t |
Where Turkey imports brake and clutch material from
The largest suppliers were France (47%), Morocco (13%), Germany (12%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+32% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $20.9M | 47% |
| Morocco | $6.0M | 13% |
| Germany | $5.4M | 12% |
| India | $4.9M | 11% |
| China | $3.9M | 8.6% |
| Austria | $930K | 2.1% |
| Spain | $567K | 1.3% |
| Chile | $467K | 1% |
| Brazil | $261K | 0.6% |
| United States | $237K | 0.5% |
Product types under HS 6813
| 6813.89 | Friction material and articles thereof (e.g. sheets, rolls, strips, segments, discs, washers, pads) not mounted: for clutches or the like (not brake… | 76% |
| 6813.81 | Brake linings and pads: with a basis of mineral substances or cellulose (other than asbestos) | 24% |
| 6813.20 | Friction material and articles thereof (e.g. sheets, rolls, strips, segments, discs, washers, pads) not mounted: for brakes, clutches or the like… | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6813.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.24 per kg, 90% above the world average of $6.98. 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.
Brake and clutch material exports from Turkey
Turkey exported $14.4 million of brake and clutch material in 2024 (3.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Russia (16%), Belarus (8%), Poland (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 32%. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+284% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Russia | $2.4M | 16% |
| Belarus | $1.2M | 8.3% |
| Poland | $1.1M | 7.6% |
| Egypt | $1.0M | 7.2% |
| Kazakhstan | $1.0M | 7% |
| Iran | $982K | 6.8% |
| Germany | $722K | 5% |
| Uzbekistan | $559K | 3.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $503K | 3.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $426K | 3% |
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 6813: Friction material and articles thereof (e.g. sheets, rolls, strips, segments, discs, washers, pads) not mounted; for brakes, clutches or the like, with a basis of asbestos, other mineral substances, or cellulose.
Common questions
What is the value of brake and clutch material imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported brake and clutch material worth $44.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 213 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply brake and clutch material to Turkey?
France was the largest supplier with 47% of the value ($20.9 million), followed by Morocco (13%) and Germany (12%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 52 supplier countries in total. Chile grew fastest among the top ten, up 63% on the year.
What is the average import price of brake and clutch material per kg?
The average declared import value was about $13.24 per kg in 2024, 90% above the world average of $6.98 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 brake and clutch material to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $40.1 million in 2017 to $44.7 million in 2024, an increase of 12%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Turkey also export brake and clutch material?
Yes. Turkey exported $14.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Russia, Belarus and Poland. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $30.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for brake and clutch material?
The HS code for brake and clutch material is heading 6813. In Turkey the largest six-digit codes were 6813.89 (76% of the value) and 6813.81 (24%). It sits in HS chapter 68 (stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica or similar materials; articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6813 page.
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