Chestnuts in shell exports from Turkey: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Turkey exported chestnuts in shell worth $17.9 million (5.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 76 countries. That is 40% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $42.5 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 | $17.9M | 5.6K t |
| 2023 | $30.1M | 7.2K t |
| 2022 | $36.9M | 13.3K t |
| 2021 | $37.6M | 10.5K t |
| 2020 | $25.0M | 9.3K t |
| 2019 | $37.9M | 14.5K t |
| 2018 | $42.5M | 12.2K t |
| 2017 | $36.6M | 9.8K t |
Where Turkey exports chestnuts in shell to
Most of it went to Italy (36%), Lebanon (15%), Spain (14%). Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+110% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $6.5M | 36% |
| Lebanon | $2.7M | 15% |
| Spain | $2.5M | 14% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.6M | 8.7% |
| Kuwait | $825K | 4.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $525K | 2.9% |
| Germany | $498K | 2.8% |
| Switzerland | $482K | 2.7% |
| Iraq | $394K | 2.2% |
| Netherlands | $307K | 1.7% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.20 per kg, 23% above the world average of $2.60. 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.
Chestnuts in shell imports to Turkey
Imports of chestnuts in shell by Turkey reached $1.4 million in 2024 (1.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. China alone supplied 77% of it. Among the main suppliers, Chile grew fastest (+338% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.1M | 77% |
| Chile | $195K | 14% |
| Spain | $112K | 8.1% |
| Netherlands | $5K | 0.4% |
| United States | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey chestnuts in shell exports (HS 0802.41): 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 0802.41: Nuts, edible: chestnuts (Castanea spp.), fresh or dried, in shell.
Common questions
What is the value of chestnuts in shell exported by Turkey?
Turkey exported chestnuts in shell worth $17.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 76 countries worldwide, with 7% of world exports. The value was down 40% on 2023.
Which countries buy chestnuts in shell from Turkey?
Italy was the largest buyer with 36% of the value ($6.5 million), followed by Lebanon (15%) and Spain (14%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 39 buyer countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 110% on the year.
What is the average export price of chestnuts in shell per kg?
The average declared export value was about $3.20 per kg in 2024, 23% above the world average of $2.60 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of chestnuts in shell from Turkey changed since 2017?
Exports went from $36.6 million in 2017 to $17.9 million in 2024, a fall of 51%. The peak was 2018 at $42.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $33.1 million a year.
Does Turkey also import chestnuts in shell?
Yes. Turkey imported $1.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Chile and Spain. On balance Turkey is a net exporter of this product, by about $16.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for chestnuts in shell?
The HS code for chestnuts in shell is subheading 0802.41. It sits in HS chapter 08 (fruit and nuts, edible; peel of citrus fruit or melons). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0802 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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