Carbon-based refractory ceramics imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Turkey imported carbon-based refractory ceramics worth $2.4 million (264 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value fell 33% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $3.7 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 | $2.4M | 265 t |
| 2023 | $3.7M | 510 t |
| 2022 | $3.1M | 529 t |
| 2021 | $2.9M | 441 t |
| 2020 | $2.2M | 366 t |
| 2019 | $1.6M | 238 t |
| 2018 | $1.5M | 210 t |
| 2017 | $1.7M | 298 t |
Where Turkey imports carbon-based refractory ceramics from
The largest suppliers were China (27%), Italy (27%), Germany (15%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+152% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $668K | 27% |
| Italy | $652K | 27% |
| Germany | $364K | 15% |
| India | $359K | 15% |
| United States | $177K | 7.2% |
| France | $83K | 3.4% |
| Poland | $35K | 1.4% |
| Canada | $26K | 1.1% |
| Brazil | $21K | 0.9% |
| Finland | $17K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.25 per kg, 51% above the world average of $6.14. 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.
Carbon-based refractory ceramics exports from Turkey
In 2024, Turkey exported carbon-based refractory ceramics worth $350 thousand (50 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Kazakhstan (24%), Saudi Arabia (15%), France (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+919% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kazakhstan | $85K | 24% |
| Saudi Arabia | $54K | 15% |
| France | $43K | 12% |
| Azerbaijan | $30K | 8.7% |
| Iran | $25K | 7.3% |
| Georgia | $18K | 5.2% |
| Russia | $17K | 4.9% |
| Libya | $15K | 4.3% |
| Egypt | $15K | 4.3% |
| Iraq | $6K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey carbon-based refractory ceramics imports (HS 6903.10): 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 6903.10: Refractory ceramic goods: containing by weight more than 50% of graphite or other forms of carbon or of a mixture of these products, excluding those of siliceous fossil meals or similar earths.
Common questions
What is the value of carbon-based refractory ceramics imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported carbon-based refractory ceramics worth $2.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 264 tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 157 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 33% on 2023.
Which countries supply carbon-based refractory ceramics to Turkey?
China was the largest supplier with 27% of the value ($668 thousand), followed by Italy (27%) and Germany (15%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 152% on the year.
What is the average import price of carbon-based refractory ceramics per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.25 per kg in 2024, 51% above the world average of $6.14 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of carbon-based refractory ceramics to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.7 million in 2017 to $2.4 million in 2024, an increase of 43%. The peak was 2023 at $3.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.4 million a year.
Does Turkey also export carbon-based refractory ceramics?
Yes. Turkey exported $350 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kazakhstan, Saudi Arabia and France. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $2.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for carbon-based refractory ceramics?
The HS code for carbon-based refractory ceramics is subheading 6903.10. It sits in HS chapter 69 (ceramic products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6903 page.
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