Dried chili peppers imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Turkey imported dried chili peppers worth $11.8 million (6.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 17% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2017, at $15.8 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 | $11.8M | 6.2K t |
| 2023 | $10.1M | 5.4K t |
| 2022 | $4.5M | 3.2K t |
| 2021 | $4.3M | 2.5K t |
| 2020 | $7.7M | 3.8K t |
| 2019 | $7.2M | 3.5K t |
| 2018 | $4.9M | 3.0K t |
| 2017 | $15.8M | 10.0K t |
Where Turkey imports dried chili peppers from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 59% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Uzbekistan grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $7.0M | 59% |
| Mexico | $2.7M | 23% |
| Uzbekistan | $1.4M | 12% |
| Iran | $449K | 3.8% |
| India | $171K | 1.4% |
| Pakistan | $72K | 0.6% |
| Egypt | $34K | 0.3% |
| Germany | $25K | 0.2% |
| Bulgaria | $5K | 0% |
| Guatemala | $3K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.90 per kg, 28% below the world average of $2.65, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Dried chili peppers exports from Turkey
Turkey exported $3.8 million of dried chili peppers in 2024 (692 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Iran (33%), United States (15%), Syria (13%). Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+698% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Iran | $1.3M | 33% |
| United States | $550K | 15% |
| Syria | $504K | 13% |
| Algeria | $235K | 6.2% |
| Israel | $203K | 5.4% |
| Germany | $175K | 4.7% |
| Egypt | $171K | 4.5% |
| Palestine | $80K | 2.1% |
| Australia | $76K | 2% |
| Canada | $56K | 1.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey dried chili peppers imports (HS 0904.21): 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 0904.21: Spices: fruits of the genus Capsicum or Pimenta, dried, neither crushed nor ground.
Common questions
What is the value of dried chili peppers imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported dried chili peppers worth $11.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 17th of 202 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply dried chili peppers to Turkey?
China was the largest supplier with 59% of the value ($7.0 million), followed by Mexico (23%) and Uzbekistan (12%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 785% on the year.
What is the average import price of dried chili peppers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.90 per kg in 2024, 28% below the world average of $2.65 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of dried chili peppers to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $15.8 million in 2017 to $11.8 million in 2024, a fall of 25%. The peak was 2017 at $15.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.3 million a year.
Does Turkey also export dried chili peppers?
Yes. Turkey exported $3.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Iran, the United States and Syria. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $8.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for dried chili peppers?
The HS code for dried chili peppers is subheading 0904.21. It sits in HS chapter 09 (coffee, tea, mate and spices). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0904 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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