Copper billets imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Turkey imported copper billets worth $9.2 million (947 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $25.6 million.
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 | $9.2M | 947 t |
| 2023 | $9.2M | 852 t |
| 2022 | $19.3M | 2.1K t |
| 2021 | $25.6M | 2.8K t |
| 2020 | $19.3M | 3.2K t |
| 2019 | $7.0M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $9.2M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $9.6M | 1.5K t |
Where Turkey imports copper billets from
The largest suppliers were Iran (48%), Japan (24%), Austria (23%). Among the main suppliers, Japan grew fastest (+318% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Iran | $4.4M | 48% |
| Japan | $2.2M | 24% |
| Austria | $2.1M | 23% |
| Turkmenistan | $309K | 3.4% |
| Germany | $110K | 1.2% |
| Russia | $14K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.74 per kg, close to the world average of $9.94.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Copper billets exports from Turkey
In 2024, Turkey exported copper billets worth $3.9 million (384 tonnes). China alone took 87% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.4M | 88% |
| Belgium | $484K | 12% |
| India | $8K | 0.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey copper billets imports (HS 7403.13): 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 7403.13: Copper: refined, unwrought, billets.
Common questions
What is the value of copper billets imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported copper billets worth $9.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 947 tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 56 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 0% on 2023.
Which countries supply copper billets to Turkey?
Iran was the largest supplier with 48% of the value ($4.4 million), followed by Japan (24%) and Austria (23%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 6 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 318% on the year.
What is the average import price of copper billets per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.74 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $9.94 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of copper billets to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.6 million in 2017 to $9.2 million in 2024, a fall of 4%. The peak was 2021 at $25.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $13.5 million a year.
Does Turkey also export copper billets?
Yes. Turkey exported $3.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to China, Belgium and India. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $5.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for copper billets?
The HS code for copper billets is subheading 7403.13. It sits in HS chapter 74 (copper and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7403 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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