Cyclic polycarboxylic acids imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of cyclic polycarboxylic acids by Turkey reached $13.6 million in 2024 (4.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 3%. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% a year on average.
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 | $13.6M | 4.7K t |
| 2023 | $13.8M | 4.8K t |
| 2022 | $13.6M | 4.1K t |
| 2021 | $14.5M | 4.3K t |
| 2020 | $7.0M | 2.3K t |
| 2019 | $7.3M | 2.2K t |
| 2018 | $8.7M | 2.4K t |
| 2017 | $7.8M | 2.4K t |
Where Turkey imports cyclic polycarboxylic acids from
The largest suppliers were China (26%), Japan (13%), Czech Republic (12%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.6M | 27% |
| Japan | $1.8M | 13% |
| Czech Republic | $1.6M | 12% |
| South Korea | $1.5M | 11% |
| Germany | $1.4M | 10% |
| Thailand | $1.2M | 9.2% |
| Malaysia | $960K | 7.1% |
| Italy | $604K | 4.5% |
| India | $407K | 3% |
| United States | $222K | 1.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.91 per kg, 23% above the world average of $2.36. 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.
Cyclic polycarboxylic acids exports from Turkey
In 2024, Turkey exported cyclic polycarboxylic acids worth $651 thousand (294 tonnes). Most of it went to Netherlands (35%), Germany (18%), Iran (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+65% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $231K | 36% |
| Germany | $120K | 19% |
| Iran | $95K | 15% |
| Egypt | $69K | 11% |
| Belgium | $42K | 6.4% |
| Slovenia | $36K | 5.5% |
| United States | $29K | 4.4% |
| Czech Republic | $8K | 1.2% |
| Russia | $7K | 1.1% |
| Switzerland | $4K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey cyclic polycarboxylic acids imports (HS 2917.20): 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 2917.20: Acids: cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic polycarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and derivatives.
Common questions
What is the value of cyclic polycarboxylic acids imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported cyclic polycarboxylic acids worth $13.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 15th of 111 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply cyclic polycarboxylic acids to Turkey?
China was the largest supplier with 26% of the value ($3.6 million), followed by Japan (13%) and the Czech Republic (12%). The top three together account for 52%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 27% on the year.
What is the average import price of cyclic polycarboxylic acids per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.91 per kg in 2024, 23% above the world average of $2.36 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of cyclic polycarboxylic acids to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.8 million in 2017 to $13.6 million in 2024, an increase of 74%. The peak was 2021 at $14.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $10.8 million a year.
Does Turkey also export cyclic polycarboxylic acids?
Yes. Turkey exported $651 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, Germany and Iran. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $12.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for cyclic polycarboxylic acids?
The HS code for cyclic polycarboxylic acids is subheading 2917.20. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2917 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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