Carbon steel seamless casing imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Turkey imported carbon steel seamless casing worth $201.8 million (140.5 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 9th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 184 countries. Value rose 18% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 27% 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 | $201.8M | 140.5K t |
| 2023 | $170.5M | 105.8K t |
| 2022 | $156.0M | 102.9K t |
| 2021 | $73.3M | 56.9K t |
| 2020 | $38.5M | 33.9K t |
| 2019 | $68.3M | 39.0K t |
| 2018 | $44.6M | 35.4K t |
| 2017 | $37.4M | 42.6K t |
Where Turkey imports carbon steel seamless casing from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 62% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $125.6M | 62% |
| Italy | $31.6M | 16% |
| Mexico | $20.0M | 9.9% |
| Argentina | $5.8M | 2.9% |
| Japan | $4.0M | 2% |
| Brazil | $3.6M | 1.8% |
| Germany | $2.7M | 1.3% |
| United States | $2.0M | 1% |
| Ukraine | $2.0M | 1% |
| United Kingdom | $2.0M | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.44 per kg, 24% below the world average of $1.89, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Carbon steel seamless casing exports from Turkey
Exports of carbon steel seamless casing by Turkey reached $2.4 million in 2024 (891 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Azerbaijan (34%), United Kingdom (12%), United States (9%). Among the main buyer markets, Azerbaijan grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Azerbaijan | $826K | 34% |
| United Kingdom | $284K | 12% |
| United States | $222K | 9.1% |
| El Salvador | $200K | 8.2% |
| Georgia | $145K | 5.9% |
| Gabon | $95K | 3.9% |
| Bosnia Herzegovina | $85K | 3.5% |
| Ukraine | $71K | 2.9% |
| Afghanistan | $68K | 2.8% |
| Poland | $52K | 2.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey carbon steel seamless casing imports (HS 7304.29): 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 7304.29: Iron or steel (excluding cast iron or stainless steel): seamless, casing and tubing, of a kind used in drilling for oil or gas.
Common questions
What is the value of carbon steel seamless casing imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported carbon steel seamless casing worth $201.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 140.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 184 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply carbon steel seamless casing to Turkey?
China was the largest supplier with 62% of the value ($125.6 million), followed by Italy (16%) and Mexico (10%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 28 supplier countries in total. Argentina grew fastest among the top ten, up 245% on the year.
What is the average import price of carbon steel seamless casing per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.44 per kg in 2024, 24% below the world average of $1.89 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of carbon steel seamless casing to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $37.4 million in 2017 to $201.8 million in 2024, an increase of 440%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $98.8 million a year.
Does Turkey also export carbon steel seamless casing?
Yes. Turkey exported $2.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Azerbaijan, the United Kingdom and the United States. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $199.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for carbon steel seamless casing?
The HS code for carbon steel seamless casing is subheading 7304.29. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7304 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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