Fresh whole chickens exports from Turkey: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of fresh whole chickens by Turkey reached $3.1 million in 2024 (1.3 thousand tonnes). Value fell 89% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $28.0 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3.1M | 1.3K t |
| 2023 | $28.0M | 12.6K t |
| 2022 | $1.2M | 824 t |
| 2021 | $1.4M | 972 t |
| 2020 | $612K | 535 t |
| 2019 | $622K | 194 t |
| 2018 | $489K | 247 t |
| 2017 | $2.5M | 1.9K t |
Where Turkey exports fresh whole chickens to
One buyer market dominates: Iran accounted for 93% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Iran | $2.9M | 93% |
| Syria | $74K | 2.4% |
| Austria | $38K | 1.2% |
| Bahrain | $30K | 1% |
| Panama | $18K | 0.6% |
| Liberia | $17K | 0.6% |
| Marshall Isds | $5K | 0.2% |
| Palau | $3K | 0.1% |
| Malta | $3K | 0.1% |
| Cook Isds | $3K | 0.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.36 per kg, close to the world average of $2.79.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey fresh whole chickens exports (HS 0207.11): 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 0207.11: Meat and edible offal: of fowls of the species Gallus domesticus, not cut in pieces, fresh or chilled.
Common questions
What is the value of fresh whole chickens exported by Turkey?
Turkey exported fresh whole chickens worth $3.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 31st of 81 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 89% on 2023.
Which countries buy fresh whole chickens from Turkey?
Iran was the largest buyer with 93% of the value ($2.9 million), followed by Syria (2%) and Austria (1%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 40 buyer countries in total.
What is the average export price of fresh whole chickens per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.36 per kg in 2024, 15% below the world average of $2.79 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of fresh whole chickens from Turkey changed since 2017?
Exports went from $2.5 million in 2017 to $3.1 million in 2024, an increase of 22%. The peak was 2023 at $28.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for fresh whole chickens?
The HS code for fresh whole chickens is subheading 0207.11. It sits in HS chapter 02 (meat and edible meat offal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0207 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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