Fatty acids (other species) imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Turkey imported fatty acids (other species) worth $92.0 million (78.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 8% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $122.6 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 | $92.0M | 78.2K t |
| 2023 | $84.9M | 83.4K t |
| 2022 | $122.6M | 96.4K t |
| 2021 | $81.0M | 71.6K t |
| 2020 | $22.9M | 25.1K t |
| 2019 | $18.3M | 22.3K t |
| 2018 | $21.6M | 21.9K t |
| 2017 | $28.6M | 29.9K t |
Where Turkey imports fatty acids (other species) from
The largest suppliers were Indonesia (41%), Malaysia (27%), Iran (16%). Among the main suppliers, Iran grew fastest (+77% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Indonesia | $38.0M | 41% |
| Malaysia | $24.9M | 27% |
| Iran | $14.8M | 16% |
| India | $4.1M | 4.4% |
| Belgium | $3.7M | 4% |
| Germany | $2.2M | 2.4% |
| Russia | $1.2M | 1.3% |
| Gabon | $912K | 1% |
| Bulgaria | $797K | 0.9% |
| Iraq | $465K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.18 per kg, close to the world average of $1.05.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Fatty acids (other species) exports from Turkey
Turkey exported $56.1 million of fatty acids (other species) in 2024 (66.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Spain (21%), Netherlands (18%), Italy (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Ireland grew fastest (+549% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $11.8M | 21% |
| Netherlands | $9.9M | 18% |
| Italy | $8.4M | 15% |
| Bulgaria | $5.1M | 9.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $4.4M | 7.9% |
| United Kingdom | $3.5M | 6.2% |
| Palestine | $2.7M | 4.8% |
| Israel | $1.8M | 3.2% |
| Germany | $1.1M | 2% |
| Ireland | $1.0M | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey fatty acids (other species) imports (HS 3823.19): 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 3823.19: Industrial monocarboxylic fatty acids: acid oils from refining: (other than stearic acid, oleic acid or tall oil fatty acids).
Common questions
What is the value of fatty acids (other species) imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported fatty acids (other species) worth $92.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 78.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 17th of 172 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply fatty acids (other species) to Turkey?
Indonesia was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($38.0 million), followed by Malaysia (27%) and Iran (16%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. Gabon grew fastest among the top ten, up 94% on the year.
What is the average import price of fatty acids (other species) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.18 per kg in 2024, 12% above the world average of $1.05 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of fatty acids (other species) to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $28.6 million in 2017 to $92.0 million in 2024, an increase of 222%. The peak was 2022 at $122.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $59.0 million a year.
Does Turkey also export fatty acids (other species)?
Yes. Turkey exported $56.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Spain, the Netherlands and Italy. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $35.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for fatty acids (other species)?
The HS code for fatty acids (other species) is subheading 3823.19. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3823 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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