Colloidal graphite imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
Turkey imported $2.7 million of colloidal graphite in 2024 (806 tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 115 countries. That is 7% less than in 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 | $2.7M | 806 t |
| 2023 | $2.9M | 874 t |
| 2022 | $2.9M | 996 t |
| 2021 | $3.0M | 873 t |
| 2020 | $1.6M | 668 t |
| 2019 | $2.3M | 721 t |
| 2018 | $2.1M | 1.8K t |
| 2017 | $3.0M | 701 t |
Where Turkey imports colloidal graphite from
Most of the value came from United States (37%), Italy (23%), Netherlands (16%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+39% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $984K | 37% |
| Italy | $599K | 23% |
| Netherlands | $429K | 16% |
| Germany | $291K | 11% |
| France | $185K | 6.9% |
| Switzerland | $40K | 1.5% |
| China | $37K | 1.4% |
| Czech Republic | $25K | 1% |
| South Korea | $23K | 0.9% |
| Belgium | $22K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.30 per kg, close to the world average of $3.69.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Colloidal graphite exports from Turkey
Turkey exported $350 thousand of colloidal graphite in 2024 (43 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Italy (44%), Iraq (21%), Bulgaria (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Uzbekistan grew fastest (+506% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $155K | 44% |
| Iraq | $75K | 22% |
| Bulgaria | $28K | 8% |
| Kazakhstan | $17K | 4.8% |
| South Africa | $17K | 4.8% |
| Switzerland | $14K | 4% |
| Uzbekistan | $14K | 3.8% |
| Kenya | $6K | 1.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $4K | 1.2% |
| Russia | $4K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey colloidal graphite imports (HS 3801.20): 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 3801.20: Graphite: colloidal or semi-colloidal.
Common questions
What is the value of colloidal graphite imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported colloidal graphite worth $2.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 806 tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 115 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply colloidal graphite to Turkey?
The United States was the largest supplier with 37% of the value ($984 thousand), followed by Italy (23%) and the Netherlands (16%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 154% on the year.
What is the average import price of colloidal graphite per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.30 per kg in 2024, 11% below the world average of $3.69 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of colloidal graphite to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.0 million in 2017 to $2.7 million in 2024, a fall of 10%. The peak was 2021 at $3.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.5 million a year.
Does Turkey also export colloidal graphite?
Yes. Turkey exported $350 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Italy, Iraq and Bulgaria. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $2.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for colloidal graphite?
The HS code for colloidal graphite is subheading 3801.20. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3801 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Turkey. Tell us your product to see it live.
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