Coal tar exports from Turkey: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Turkey exported coal tar worth $73.8 million (167.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 65 countries. That is 14% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% a year on average.
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 | $73.8M | 167.1K t |
| 2023 | $64.6M | 112.4K t |
| 2022 | $87.2M | 106.8K t |
| 2021 | $61.6M | 120.1K t |
| 2020 | $37.0M | 150.3K t |
| 2019 | $43.6M | 131.7K t |
| 2018 | $37.3M | 65.6K t |
| 2017 | $33.3M | 102.4K t |
Where Turkey exports coal tar to
Most of it went to Spain (41%), Belgium (22%), India (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Spain grew fastest (+122% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $30.2M | 41% |
| Belgium | $16.5M | 22% |
| India | $9.7M | 13% |
| Poland | $6.3M | 8.6% |
| Egypt | $5.7M | 7.8% |
| Denmark | $5.3M | 7.1% |
| Azerbaijan | $1K | 0% |
| North Macedonia | $0K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.44 per kg, close to the world average of $0.47.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
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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 2706: Tar distilled from coal, from lignite, peat and other mineral tars, whether or not dehydrated or partially distilled; including reconstituted tars.
Common questions
What is the value of coal tar exported by Turkey?
Turkey exported coal tar worth $73.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 167.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 65 countries worldwide, with 9% of world exports. The value was up 14% on 2023.
Which countries buy coal tar from Turkey?
Spain was the largest buyer with 41% of the value ($30.2 million), followed by Belgium (22%) and India (13%). The top three together account for 77%, out of 8 buyer countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 122% on the year.
What is the average export price of coal tar per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.44 per kg in 2024, 6% below the world average of $0.47 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 exports of coal tar from Turkey changed since 2017?
Exports went from $33.3 million in 2017 to $73.8 million in 2024, an increase of 121%. The peak was 2022 at $87.2 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
What is the HS code for coal tar?
The HS code for coal tar is heading 2706. In Turkey all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 2706.00. It sits in HS chapter 27 (mineral fuels, mineral oils and products of their distillation; bituminous substances; mineral waxes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2706 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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