Carbonless (self-copy) paper imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Turkey imported carbonless (self-copy) paper worth $8.7 million (6.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 33% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 15% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $26.1 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 | $8.7M | 6.2K t |
| 2023 | $12.9M | 8.9K t |
| 2022 | $11.6M | 7.7K t |
| 2021 | $9.9M | 8.6K t |
| 2020 | $9.3M | 7.9K t |
| 2019 | $18.2M | 15.4K t |
| 2018 | $24.9M | 16.8K t |
| 2017 | $26.1M | 22.5K t |
Where Turkey imports carbonless (self-copy) paper from
Indonesia alone supplied 67% of it. Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+52% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Indonesia | $5.8M | 67% |
| China | $1.3M | 15% |
| Spain | $663K | 7.6% |
| Germany | $445K | 5.1% |
| Egypt | $158K | 1.8% |
| Thailand | $127K | 1.5% |
| Switzerland | $71K | 0.8% |
| United States | $67K | 0.8% |
| Belgium | $22K | 0.3% |
| France | $15K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.39 per kg, 24% below the world average of $1.82, 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.
Carbonless (self-copy) paper exports from Turkey
Turkey exported $844 thousand of carbonless (self-copy) paper in 2024 (327 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Morocco (39%), United States (30%), Bulgaria (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Azerbaijan grew fastest (+350% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Morocco | $326K | 39% |
| United States | $257K | 31% |
| Bulgaria | $58K | 6.8% |
| Spain | $42K | 4.9% |
| Iraq | $39K | 4.7% |
| Azerbaijan | $38K | 4.5% |
| United Kingdom | $20K | 2.4% |
| Egypt | $14K | 1.6% |
| Uzbekistan | $11K | 1.3% |
| Kyrgyzstan | $8K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey carbonless (self-copy) paper imports (HS 4809.20): 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 4809.20: Paper: self-copy paper, whether or not printed, in rolls or sheets.
Common questions
What is the value of carbonless (self-copy) paper imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported carbonless (self-copy) paper worth $8.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 195 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 33% on 2023.
Which countries supply carbonless (self-copy) paper to Turkey?
Indonesia was the largest supplier with 67% of the value ($5.8 million), followed by China (15%) and Spain (8%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 260% on the year.
What is the average import price of carbonless (self-copy) paper per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.39 per kg in 2024, 24% below the world average of $1.82 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of carbonless (self-copy) paper to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $26.1 million in 2017 to $8.7 million in 2024, a fall of 67%. The peak was 2017 at $26.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $15.2 million a year.
Does Turkey also export carbonless (self-copy) paper?
Yes. Turkey exported $844 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Morocco, the United States and Bulgaria. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $7.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for carbonless (self-copy) paper?
The HS code for carbonless (self-copy) paper is subheading 4809.20. It sits in HS chapter 48 (paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or paperboard). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4809 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Turkey. Tell us your product to see it live.
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