Dimethyl terephthalate exports from Turkey: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of dimethyl terephthalate by Turkey reached $8.2 million in 2024 (6.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 33 countries for exports of this product. Value fell 83% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $47.7 million.
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 | $8.2M | 6.1K t |
| 2023 | $47.7M | 35.7K t |
| 2022 | $23.9M | 19.7K t |
| 2021 | $13.5M | 13.9K t |
| 2020 | $3.3M | 3.9K t |
| 2019 | $3.6M | 3.4K t |
| 2018 | $10.7M | 10.6K t |
| 2017 | $13.2M | 13.3K t |
Where Turkey exports dimethyl terephthalate to
Most of it went to Spain (30%), Belgium (22%), Italy (16%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $2.4M | 30% |
| Belgium | $1.8M | 22% |
| Italy | $1.3M | 16% |
| Netherlands | $1.1M | 14% |
| Germany | $928K | 11% |
| Egypt | $246K | 3% |
| China | $195K | 2.4% |
| Brazil | $65K | 0.8% |
| France | $57K | 0.7% |
| United States | $38K | 0.5% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.34 per kg, close to the world average of $1.46.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey dimethyl terephthalate exports (HS 2917.37): 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 2917.37: Acids: aromatic polycarboxylic acids: dimethyl terephthalate.
Common questions
What is the value of dimethyl terephthalate exported by Turkey?
Turkey exported dimethyl terephthalate worth $8.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 33 countries worldwide, with 6% of world exports. The value was down 83% on 2023.
Which countries buy dimethyl terephthalate from Turkey?
Spain was the largest buyer with 30% of the value ($2.4 million), followed by Belgium (22%) and Italy (16%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 17 buyer countries in total.
What is the average export price of dimethyl terephthalate per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.34 per kg in 2024, 8% below the world average of $1.46 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of dimethyl terephthalate from Turkey changed since 2017?
Exports went from $13.2 million in 2017 to $8.2 million in 2024, a fall of 38%. The peak was 2023 at $47.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $15.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for dimethyl terephthalate?
The HS code for dimethyl terephthalate is subheading 2917.37. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2917 page.
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