Cameras imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of cameras by Turkey reached $13.5 million in 2024 (171 tonnes). That is 79% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $77.1 million.
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 | $13.5M | 171 t |
| 2023 | $64.0M | 154 t |
| 2022 | $77.1M | 127 t |
| 2021 | $27.3M | 161 t |
| 2020 | $10.9M | 216 t |
| 2019 | $11.9M | 167 t |
| 2018 | $17.0M | 214 t |
| 2017 | $11.5M | 324 t |
Where Turkey imports cameras from
Most of the value came from Thailand (38%), China (33%), Netherlands (5%). Among the main suppliers, Japan grew fastest (+102% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $5.1M | 38% |
| China | $4.5M | 33% |
| Netherlands | $720K | 5.3% |
| Ireland | $665K | 4.9% |
| Japan | $598K | 4.4% |
| Italy | $525K | 3.9% |
| United States | $240K | 1.8% |
| Switzerland | $151K | 1.1% |
| Germany | $142K | 1.1% |
| Singapore | $112K | 0.8% |
Product types under HS 9006
| 9006.40 | Cameras, photographic (excluding cinematographic): instant print cameras | 54% |
| 9006.91 | Cameras, photographic (excluding cinematographic): parts and accessories | 12% |
| 9006.61 | Photographic flashlight apparatus: discharge lamp (electronic) | 12% |
| 9006.99 | Photographic flashlight apparatus: parts and accessories, for other than cameras | 8% |
| 9006.30 | Cameras, photographic (excluding cinematographic): specially designed for underwater use, aerial survey, medical or surgical examination of internal… | 5.6% |
| 9006.69 | Photographic flashlight apparatus: n.e.c. in heading no. 9006 | 3.1% |
| 9006.59 | Cameras, photographic (excluding cinematographic): n.e.c. in heading no 9006 | 3% |
| 9006.53 | Cameras, photographic (excluding cinematographic): of a kind (not SLR) for roll film of a width of 35mm | 1.6% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 9006.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $79.17 per kg, 312% above the world average of $19.20. 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.
Cameras exports from Turkey
In 2024, Turkey exported cameras worth $5.7 million (106 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Kazakhstan (22%), Russia (22%), South Africa (16%). Among the main buyer markets, Russia grew fastest (+74% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kazakhstan | $1.2M | 22% |
| Russia | $1.2M | 22% |
| South Africa | $890K | 16% |
| Bulgaria | $332K | 5.8% |
| Uzbekistan | $283K | 5% |
| Czech Republic | $239K | 4.2% |
| Georgia | $197K | 3.5% |
| Belarus | $196K | 3.5% |
| United States | $181K | 3.2% |
| Azerbaijan | $168K | 3% |
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 9006: Cameras, photographic (excluding cinematographic); photographic flashlight apparatus and flashbulbs other than discharge lamps of heading no. 8539.
Common questions
What is the value of cameras imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported cameras worth $13.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 171 tonnes. That ranks it 36th of 210 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 79% on 2023.
Which countries supply cameras to Turkey?
Thailand was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($5.1 million), followed by China (33%) and the Netherlands (5%). The top three together account for 77%, out of 44 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 102% on the year.
What is the average import price of cameras per kg?
The average declared import value was about $79.17 per kg in 2024, 312% above the world average of $19.20 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 cameras to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.5 million in 2017 to $13.5 million in 2024, an increase of 18%. The peak was 2022 at $77.1 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Turkey also export cameras?
Yes. Turkey exported $5.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kazakhstan, Russia and South Africa. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $7.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for cameras?
The HS code for cameras is heading 9006. In Turkey the largest six-digit codes were 9006.40 (54% of the value) and 9006.91 (12%). It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9006 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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