Chemical wood pulp imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Turkey imported chemical wood pulp worth $25.6 million (22.9 thousand tonnes). That is 71% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 62% 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 | $25.6M | 22.9K t |
| 2023 | $14.9M | 13.4K t |
| 2022 | $6.0M | 5.1K t |
| 2021 | $7.9M | 8.2K t |
| 2020 | $4.5M | 6.7K t |
| 2019 | $993K | 961 t |
| 2018 | $1.2M | 1.3K t |
| 2017 | $888K | 901 t |
Where Turkey imports chemical wood pulp from
One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 78% of the value. Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+324% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $19.9M | 78% |
| Austria | $4.2M | 16% |
| Norway | $474K | 1.9% |
| United States | $462K | 1.8% |
| Sweden | $330K | 1.3% |
| France | $178K | 0.7% |
| Belgium | $80K | 0.3% |
| Netherlands | $1K | 0% |
| Germany | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.12 per kg, 51% above the world average of $0.74. 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.
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Updated weekly on EximDataX (some markets daily), while public statistics stop at 2024.
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 4702: Chemical wood pulp, dissolving grades.
Common questions
What is the value of chemical wood pulp imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported chemical wood pulp worth $25.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 22.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 22nd of 86 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 71% on 2023.
Which countries supply chemical wood pulp to Turkey?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 78% of the value ($19.9 million), followed by Austria (16%) and Norway (2%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 324% on the year.
What is the average import price of chemical wood pulp per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.12 per kg in 2024, 51% above the world average of $0.74 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have imports of chemical wood pulp to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $888 thousand in 2017 to $25.6 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
What is the HS code for chemical wood pulp?
The HS code for chemical wood pulp is heading 4702. In Turkey all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 4702.00. It sits in HS chapter 47 (pulp of wood or other fibrous cellulosic material; recovered (waste and scrap) paper or paperboard). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4702 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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