Ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Turkey imported ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer worth $209.8 million (139.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 14% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $290.7 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 | $209.8M | 139.3K t |
| 2023 | $243.9M | 158.4K t |
| 2022 | $290.7M | 164.3K t |
| 2021 | $204.0M | 130.7K t |
| 2020 | $182.6M | 108.3K t |
| 2019 | $104.8M | 58.8K t |
| 2018 | $123.5M | 67.2K t |
| 2017 | $153.9M | 106.6K t |
Where Turkey imports ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer from
Most of the value came from United States (48%), United Arab Emirates (10%), Netherlands (9%). Among the main suppliers, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+97% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $100.3M | 48% |
| United Arab Emirates | $20.3M | 9.7% |
| Netherlands | $19.3M | 9.2% |
| South Korea | $17.3M | 8.2% |
| Spain | $13.3M | 6.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $12.4M | 5.9% |
| Italy | $7.0M | 3.3% |
| Finland | $4.2M | 2% |
| Austria | $3.4M | 1.6% |
| Germany | $3.2M | 1.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.51 per kg, 31% above the world average of $1.15. 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.
Ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer exports from Turkey
Exports of ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer by Turkey reached $7.1 million in 2024 (5.1 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Russia (25%), United Kingdom (16%), Algeria (12%). Among the main buyer markets, United Kingdom grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Russia | $1.8M | 25% |
| United Kingdom | $1.1M | 16% |
| Algeria | $834K | 12% |
| Ukraine | $787K | 11% |
| Egypt | $508K | 7.2% |
| Azerbaijan | $305K | 4.3% |
| Syria | $301K | 4.3% |
| Israel | $291K | 4.1% |
| Kazakhstan | $244K | 3.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $209K | 3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer imports (HS 3901.40): 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 3901.40: Ethylene polymers: in primary forms, ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymers, having a specific gravity of less than 0.94.
Common questions
What is the value of ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer worth $209.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 139.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 19th of 164 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer to Turkey?
The United States was the largest supplier with 48% of the value ($100.3 million), followed by the United Arab Emirates (10%) and the Netherlands (9%). The top three together account for 67%, out of 28 supplier countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 97% on the year.
What is the average import price of ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.51 per kg in 2024, 31% above the world average of $1.15 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $153.9 million in 2017 to $209.8 million in 2024, an increase of 36%. The peak was 2022 at $290.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $189.2 million a year.
Does Turkey also export ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer?
Yes. Turkey exported $7.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Russia, the United Kingdom and Algeria. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $202.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer?
The HS code for ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer is subheading 3901.40. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3901 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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