Carbide tool inserts imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Turkey imported carbide tool inserts worth $140.3 million (721 tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 187 countries. Value fell 15% from 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 | $140.3M | 721 t |
| 2023 | $165.6M | 764 t |
| 2022 | $144.3M | 711 t |
| 2021 | $127.0M | 670 t |
| 2020 | $97.7M | 540 t |
| 2019 | $94.0M | 463 t |
| 2018 | $91.3M | 443 t |
| 2017 | $93.0M | 533 t |
Where Turkey imports carbide tool inserts from
The largest suppliers were Germany (26%), China (18%), South Korea (14%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+192% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $36.3M | 26% |
| China | $24.9M | 18% |
| South Korea | $19.2M | 14% |
| Japan | $14.9M | 11% |
| India | $9.6M | 6.8% |
| Israel | $5.7M | 4.1% |
| Sweden | $4.2M | 3% |
| Switzerland | $3.9M | 2.8% |
| Austria | $3.6M | 2.6% |
| United States | $3.6M | 2.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $194.46 per kg, close to the world average of $169.63.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Carbide tool inserts exports from Turkey
Exports of carbide tool inserts by Turkey reached $30.4 million in 2024 (99 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. One buyer market dominates: Germany accounted for 66% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $20.1M | 66% |
| Russia | $3.0M | 9.9% |
| Austria | $1.5M | 4.9% |
| United States | $735K | 2.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $541K | 1.8% |
| Kazakhstan | $513K | 1.7% |
| Azerbaijan | $373K | 1.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $334K | 1.1% |
| Iraq | $311K | 1% |
| Iran | $310K | 1% |
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 8209: Tools; plates, sticks, tips and the like for tools, unmounted, of sintered metal carbides or cermets.
Common questions
What is the value of carbide tool inserts imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported carbide tool inserts worth $140.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 721 tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 187 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply carbide tool inserts to Turkey?
Germany was the largest supplier with 26% of the value ($36.3 million), followed by China (18%) and South Korea (14%). The top three together account for 57%, out of 44 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 192% on the year.
What is the average import price of carbide tool inserts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $194.46 per kg in 2024, 15% above the world average of $169.63 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 carbide tool inserts to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $93.0 million in 2017 to $140.3 million in 2024, an increase of 51%. The peak was 2023 at $165.6 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Turkey also export carbide tool inserts?
Yes. Turkey exported $30.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, Russia and Austria. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $109.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for carbide tool inserts?
The HS code for carbide tool inserts is heading 8209. In Turkey all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 8209.00. It sits in HS chapter 82 (tools, implements, cutlery, spoons and forks, of base metal; parts thereof, of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8209 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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