Ethylene polymers (other) imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of ethylene polymers (other) by Turkey reached $128.2 million in 2024 (54.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 6% more 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 | $128.2M | 54.2K t |
| 2023 | $121.3M | 48.8K t |
| 2022 | $156.5M | 52.6K t |
| 2021 | $125.3M | 47.1K t |
| 2020 | $90.8M | 45.1K t |
| 2019 | $90.6M | 43.1K t |
| 2018 | $85.7M | 40.8K t |
| 2017 | $115.9M | 68.1K t |
Where Turkey imports ethylene polymers (other) from
Most of the value came from China (24%), Germany (9%), Belgium (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 43%. Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+121% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $31.1M | 24% |
| Germany | $12.0M | 9.3% |
| Belgium | $11.9M | 9.3% |
| France | $10.7M | 8.3% |
| Italy | $7.8M | 6.1% |
| Spain | $7.0M | 5.5% |
| United States | $6.6M | 5.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $5.9M | 4.6% |
| Netherlands | $4.7M | 3.7% |
| Bulgaria | $3.7M | 2.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.37 per kg, 39% above the world average of $1.70. 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 polymers (other) exports from Turkey
Turkey exported $22.7 million of ethylene polymers (other) in 2024 (9.5 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Afghanistan (15%), Azerbaijan (14%), Algeria (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 39%. Among the main buyer markets, Norway grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Afghanistan | $3.3M | 15% |
| Azerbaijan | $3.2M | 14% |
| Algeria | $2.3M | 10% |
| Spain | $1.6M | 6.9% |
| Iran | $1.5M | 6.7% |
| Russia | $1.3M | 5.6% |
| Libya | $1.1M | 5% |
| Norway | $973K | 4.3% |
| Ukraine | $895K | 4% |
| Poland | $735K | 3.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey ethylene polymers (other) imports (HS 3901.90): 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 3901.90: Ethylene polymers: in primary forms, n.e.c. in heading no. 3901.
Common questions
What is the value of ethylene polymers (other) imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported ethylene polymers (other) worth $128.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 54.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 199 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply ethylene polymers (other) to Turkey?
China was the largest supplier with 24% of the value ($31.1 million), followed by Germany (9%) and Belgium (9%). The top three together account for 43%, out of 44 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 121% on the year.
What is the average import price of ethylene polymers (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.37 per kg in 2024, 39% above the world average of $1.70 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of ethylene polymers (other) to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $115.9 million in 2017 to $128.2 million in 2024, an increase of 11%. The peak was 2022 at $156.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $114.3 million a year.
Does Turkey also export ethylene polymers (other)?
Yes. Turkey exported $22.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Afghanistan, Azerbaijan and Algeria. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $105.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for ethylene polymers (other)?
The HS code for ethylene polymers (other) is subheading 3901.90. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3901 page.
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