Cellulose ethers (other) imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
Turkey imported $133.1 million of cellulose ethers (other) in 2024 (29.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 4th of 183 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 8% 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 | $133.1M | 29.0K t |
| 2023 | $144.0M | 27.3K t |
| 2022 | $135.1M | 24.1K t |
| 2021 | $116.2M | 23.8K t |
| 2020 | $101.5M | 21.1K t |
| 2019 | $82.6M | 17.4K t |
| 2018 | $114.0M | 24.6K t |
| 2017 | $107.0M | 24.7K t |
Where Turkey imports cellulose ethers (other) from
Most of the value came from Germany (37%), China (26%), South Korea (11%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $49.0M | 37% |
| China | $34.5M | 26% |
| South Korea | $15.0M | 11% |
| United States | $11.9M | 8.9% |
| Netherlands | $7.3M | 5.5% |
| Sweden | $4.6M | 3.5% |
| Japan | $4.6M | 3.4% |
| Belgium | $3.3M | 2.5% |
| France | $887K | 0.7% |
| Mexico | $403K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.58 per kg, 26% below the world average of $6.16, 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.
Cellulose ethers (other) exports from Turkey
In 2024, Turkey exported cellulose ethers (other) worth $13.0 million (2.5 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Iran (13%), Iraq (12%), Azerbaijan (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 35%. Among the main buyer markets, Tajikistan grew fastest (+46% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Iran | $1.7M | 13% |
| Iraq | $1.6M | 12% |
| Azerbaijan | $1.3M | 10% |
| Uzbekistan | $1.3M | 10% |
| Georgia | $1.2M | 8.9% |
| United States | $720K | 5.5% |
| Tajikistan | $454K | 3.5% |
| Russia | $399K | 3.1% |
| Morocco | $391K | 3% |
| Algeria | $370K | 2.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey cellulose ethers (other) imports (HS 3912.39): 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 3912.39: Cellulose ethers: (other than carboxymethylcellulose and its salts), in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of cellulose ethers (other) imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported cellulose ethers (other) worth $133.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 29.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 183 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was down 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply cellulose ethers (other) to Turkey?
Germany was the largest supplier with 37% of the value ($49.0 million), followed by China (26%) and South Korea (11%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 32 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 51% on the year.
What is the average import price of cellulose ethers (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.58 per kg in 2024, 26% below the world average of $6.16 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of cellulose ethers (other) to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $107.0 million in 2017 to $133.1 million in 2024, an increase of 24%. The peak was 2023 at $144.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $116.7 million a year.
Does Turkey also export cellulose ethers (other)?
Yes. Turkey exported $13.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Iran, Iraq and Azerbaijan. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $120.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for cellulose ethers (other)?
The HS code for cellulose ethers (other) is subheading 3912.39. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3912 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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