Common wheat grain exports from Turkey: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of common wheat grain by Turkey reached $226.2 million in 2024 (801.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 89% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 25% 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 | $226.2M | 801.4K t |
| 2023 | $119.8M | 404.2K t |
| 2022 | $175.8M | 438.1K t |
| 2021 | $103.6M | 352.4K t |
| 2020 | $215.8M | 794.9K t |
| 2019 | $51.9M | 188.6K t |
| 2018 | $31.5M | 106.1K t |
| 2017 | $48.6M | 158.5K t |
Where Turkey exports common wheat grain to
Iraq alone took 89% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Iraq grew fastest (+170% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Iraq | $200.7M | 89% |
| Iran | $6.5M | 2.9% |
| Syria | $3.6M | 1.6% |
| Djibouti | $3.0M | 1.3% |
| Malaysia | $2.4M | 1.1% |
| South Korea | $2.2M | 1% |
| Tunisia | $1.7M | 0.8% |
| Egypt | $1.7M | 0.8% |
| Nigeria | $1.2M | 0.5% |
| United Kingdom | $1.1M | 0.5% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.28 per kg, close to the world average of $0.26.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Common wheat grain imports to Turkey
Imports of common wheat grain by Turkey reached $1.26 billion in 2024 (5.55 million tonnes). It ranks 10th of 187 countries for imports of this product. One supplier dominates: Russia accounted for 89% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Russia | $1.12B | 89% |
| Ukraine | $124.4M | 9.9% |
| Bulgaria | $6.2M | 0.5% |
| Moldova | $5.0M | 0.4% |
| Romania | $3.6M | 0.3% |
| Bosnia Herzegovina | $1.1M | 0.1% |
| Serbia | $628K | 0.1% |
| Syria | $420K | 0% |
| Kazakhstan | $33K | 0% |
| Brazil | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey common wheat grain exports (HS 1001.99): 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 1001.99: Cereals: wheat and meslin, other than durum wheat, other than seed.
Common questions
What is the value of common wheat grain exported by Turkey?
Turkey exported common wheat grain worth $226.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 801.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 20th of 121 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 89% on 2023.
Which countries buy common wheat grain from Turkey?
Iraq was the largest buyer with 89% of the value ($200.7 million), followed by Iran (3%) and Syria (2%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 63 buyer countries in total. Iraq grew fastest among the top ten, up 170% on the year.
What is the average export price of common wheat grain per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.28 per kg in 2024, 8% above the world average of $0.26 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of common wheat grain from Turkey changed since 2017?
Exports went from $48.6 million in 2017 to $226.2 million in 2024, an increase of 365%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $121.7 million a year.
Does Turkey also import common wheat grain?
Yes. Turkey imported $1.26 billion worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Russia, Ukraine and Bulgaria. That compares with exports of $226.2 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for common wheat grain?
The HS code for common wheat grain is subheading 1001.99. It sits in HS chapter 10 (cereals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1001 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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