Chemically modified oils imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of chemically modified oils by Turkey reached $15.7 million in 2024 (12.4 thousand tonnes). That is 102% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% 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 | $15.7M | 12.4K t |
| 2023 | $7.8M | 3.9K t |
| 2022 | $8.0M | 4.4K t |
| 2021 | $7.9M | 4.5K t |
| 2020 | $5.1M | 3.9K t |
| 2019 | $5.8M | 4.9K t |
| 2018 | $6.8M | 5.3K t |
| 2017 | $8.3M | 6.6K t |
Where Turkey imports chemically modified oils from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 73% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+293% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $11.4M | 73% |
| Germany | $847K | 5.4% |
| United Kingdom | $676K | 4.3% |
| France | $581K | 3.7% |
| India | $495K | 3.2% |
| Italy | $493K | 3.1% |
| Brazil | $416K | 2.7% |
| Belgium | $284K | 1.8% |
| Argentina | $170K | 1.1% |
| Netherlands | $142K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.27 per kg, 26% above the world average of $1.01. 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.
Chemically modified oils exports from Turkey
Exports of chemically modified oils by Turkey reached $12.7 million in 2024 (8.1 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Belgium (23%), Italy (18%), South Africa (9%). Among the main buyer markets, Egypt grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $3.0M | 23% |
| Italy | $2.2M | 18% |
| South Africa | $1.2M | 9.2% |
| Netherlands | $905K | 7.1% |
| United States | $878K | 6.9% |
| Egypt | $598K | 4.7% |
| Slovakia | $545K | 4.3% |
| Indonesia | $442K | 3.5% |
| Spain | $402K | 3.2% |
| Portugal | $228K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
Public statistics stop at country totals and the last published year. EximDataX shows the shipment records underneath: the companies, dates, quantities and declared values, updated weekly.
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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 1518: Animal, vegetable or microbial fats, oils and their fractions; boiled, oxidised, dehydrated or otherwise chemically modified, excluding those of heading no. 1516, inedible mixtures or preparations of fats, oils or their fractions, n.e.c. in chapter 15.
Common questions
What is the value of chemically modified oils imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported chemically modified oils worth $15.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 12.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 35th of 185 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 102% on 2023.
Which countries supply chemically modified oils to Turkey?
China was the largest supplier with 73% of the value ($11.4 million), followed by Germany (5%) and the United Kingdom (4%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 293% on the year.
What is the average import price of chemically modified oils per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.27 per kg in 2024, 26% above the world average of $1.01 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 chemically modified oils to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.3 million in 2017 to $15.7 million in 2024, an increase of 90%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Turkey also export chemically modified oils?
Yes. Turkey exported $12.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Belgium, Italy and South Africa. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $3.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for chemically modified oils?
The HS code for chemically modified oils is heading 1518. In Turkey all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 1518.00. It sits in HS chapter 15 (animal, vegetable or microbial fats and oils and their cleavage products; prepared edible fats; animal or vegetable waxes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1518 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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