Carbonates (other) exports from Turkey: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of carbonates (other) by Turkey reached $48.6 million in 2024 (85.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 105 countries for exports of this product. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 43% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $71.5 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $48.6M | 85.4K t |
| 2023 | $48.7M | 94.7K t |
| 2022 | $71.5M | 89.3K t |
| 2021 | $44.1M | 51.0K t |
| 2020 | $19.3M | 42.6K t |
| 2019 | $18.7M | 44.0K t |
| 2018 | $9.6M | 35.7K t |
| 2017 | $4.0M | 10.3K t |
Where Turkey exports carbonates (other) to
Most of it went to Thailand (24%), Egypt (16%), Czech Republic (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Spain grew fastest (+507% on the year before).
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.57 per kg, 50% below the world average of $1.15, 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.
Carbonates (other) imports to Turkey
Turkey imported $11.7 million of carbonates (other) in 2024 (11.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The largest suppliers were China (43%), Germany (21%), Norway (15%). Among the main suppliers, Bulgaria grew fastest (+86% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.1M | 43% |
| Germany | $2.4M | 21% |
| Norway | $1.7M | 15% |
| Bulgaria | $926K | 7.9% |
| France | $287K | 2.5% |
| Belgium | $227K | 1.9% |
| Brazil | $202K | 1.7% |
| Iran | $150K | 1.3% |
| Philippines | $135K | 1.2% |
| Russia | $134K | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey carbonates (other) exports (HS 2836.99): 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 2836.99: Carbonates: n.e.c. in heading no. 2836 and other than lithium or strontium.
Common questions
What is the value of carbonates (other) exported by Turkey?
Turkey exported carbonates (other) worth $48.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 85.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 105 countries worldwide, with 5% of world exports. The value was down 0% on 2023.
Which countries buy carbonates (other) from Turkey?
Thailand was the largest buyer with 24% of the value ($11.5 million), followed by Egypt (16%) and the Czech Republic (15%). The top three together account for 55%, out of 72 buyer countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 507% on the year.
What is the average export price of carbonates (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.57 per kg in 2024, 50% below the world average of $1.15 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of carbonates (other) from Turkey changed since 2017?
Exports went from $4.0 million in 2017 to $48.6 million in 2024. The peak was 2022 at $71.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $33.1 million a year.
Does Turkey also import carbonates (other)?
Yes. Turkey imported $11.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Germany and Norway. On balance Turkey is a net exporter of this product, by about $36.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for carbonates (other)?
The HS code for carbonates (other) is subheading 2836.99. It sits in HS chapter 28 (inorganic chemicals; organic and inorganic compounds of precious metals; of rare earth metals, of radio-active elements and of isotopes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2836 page.
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