Drawing and measuring instruments imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Turkey imported drawing and measuring instruments worth $26.4 million (1.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 6% 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 | $26.4M | 1.7K t |
| 2023 | $28.1M | 2.0K t |
| 2022 | $29.3M | 2.6K t |
| 2021 | $25.0M | 1.9K t |
| 2020 | $19.4M | 1.4K t |
| 2019 | $19.6M | 1.2K t |
| 2018 | $24.4M | 1.9K t |
| 2017 | $28.9M | 2.0K t |
Where Turkey imports drawing and measuring instruments from
Most of the value came from China (49%), Japan (17%), Germany (10%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+32% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $12.9M | 49% |
| Japan | $4.6M | 17% |
| Germany | $2.6M | 9.8% |
| United Kingdom | $2.2M | 8.2% |
| United States | $951K | 3.6% |
| Netherlands | $591K | 2.2% |
| Italy | $385K | 1.5% |
| Thailand | $305K | 1.2% |
| Switzerland | $276K | 1.1% |
| Spain | $200K | 0.8% |
Product types under HS 9017
| 9017.30 | Mathematical equipment: micrometers, callipers and gauges | 44% |
| 9017.80 | Mathematical instruments and equipment: n.e.c. in heading no. 9017 | 41% |
| 9017.90 | Drawing, marking-out equipment and mathematical instruments: parts and accessories | 6.6% |
| 9017.20 | Drawing, marking-out or mathematical calculating instruments | 4.7% |
| 9017.10 | Drafting tables and machines: whether or not automatic | 4.4% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 9017.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $15.32 per kg, 32% above the world average of $11.58. 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.
Drawing and measuring instruments exports from Turkey
In 2024, Turkey exported drawing and measuring instruments worth $5.5 million (375 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Russia (13%), Germany (9%), United States (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 30%. Among the main buyer markets, Kazakhstan grew fastest (+154% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Russia | $730K | 13% |
| Germany | $509K | 9.2% |
| United States | $424K | 7.7% |
| Kazakhstan | $300K | 5.4% |
| Uzbekistan | $190K | 3.5% |
| Algeria | $157K | 2.9% |
| Azerbaijan | $156K | 2.8% |
| Serbia | $152K | 2.8% |
| Iraq | $138K | 2.5% |
| Angola | $129K | 2.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
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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 9017: Drawing, marking-out, mathematical calculating instruments (drafting machines, protractors, drawing sets etc); instruments for measuring length (e.g. measuring rods, tapes, micrometers, callipers) n.e.c..
Common questions
What is the value of drawing and measuring instruments imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported drawing and measuring instruments worth $26.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 27th of 221 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply drawing and measuring instruments to Turkey?
China was the largest supplier with 49% of the value ($12.9 million), followed by Japan (17%) and Germany (10%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 66 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 32% on the year.
What is the average import price of drawing and measuring instruments per kg?
The average declared import value was about $15.32 per kg in 2024, 32% above the world average of $11.58 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have imports of drawing and measuring instruments to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $28.9 million in 2017 to $26.4 million in 2024, a fall of 9%. The peak was 2022 at $29.3 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Turkey also export drawing and measuring instruments?
Yes. Turkey exported $5.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Russia, Germany and the United States. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $20.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for drawing and measuring instruments?
The HS code for drawing and measuring instruments is heading 9017. In Turkey the largest six-digit codes were 9017.30 (44% of the value) and 9017.80 (41%). It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9017 page.
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