Glass blocks and tiles exports from Turkey: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of glass blocks and tiles by Turkey reached $11.4 million in 2024 (6.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 10th of 124 countries for exports of this product. 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 $17.3 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 | $11.4M | 6.5K t |
| 2023 | $13.2M | 7.8K t |
| 2022 | $17.3M | 11.4K t |
| 2021 | $14.5M | 12.2K t |
| 2020 | $11.3M | 8.9K t |
| 2019 | $10.9M | 7.4K t |
| 2018 | $9.7M | 6.4K t |
| 2017 | $8.0M | 4.2K t |
Where Turkey exports glass blocks and tiles to
Most of it went to United States (14%), Australia (9%), Bulgaria (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 30%. Among the main buyer markets, Iraq grew fastest (+36% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.5M | 14% |
| Australia | $1.0M | 9.2% |
| Bulgaria | $831K | 7.3% |
| Iraq | $824K | 7.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $715K | 6.3% |
| Serbia | $597K | 5.3% |
| Tunisia | $477K | 4.2% |
| Azerbaijan | $404K | 3.6% |
| Montenegro | $401K | 3.5% |
| Romania | $321K | 2.8% |
Product types under HS 7016
| 7016.10 | Glass cubes and other glass smallwares: whether or not on a backing, for mosaics or similar decorative purposes | 68% |
| 7016.90 | Multicellular or foam glass: in blocks, panels, plates, shells or similar forms: paving blocks, slabs, bricks and other articles of pressed or… | 32% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7016.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.75 per kg, close to the world average of $2.12.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Glass blocks and tiles imports to Turkey
Imports of glass blocks and tiles by Turkey reached $2.5 million in 2024 (1.0 thousand tonnes). Most of the value came from Italy (39%), China (24%), Czech Republic (17%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+981% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $969K | 39% |
| China | $591K | 24% |
| Czech Republic | $424K | 17% |
| India | $107K | 4.3% |
| Tunisia | $79K | 3.2% |
| Spain | $77K | 3.1% |
| United States | $68K | 2.7% |
| Belgium | $59K | 2.4% |
| United Kingdom | $39K | 1.6% |
| France | $35K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
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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 7016: Glass; paving blocks, slabs, bricks, tiles etc, of pressed, moulded glass, whether or not wired, glass smallwares for decorative purposes leaded lights and the like; multicellular or foam glass.
Common questions
What is the value of glass blocks and tiles exported by Turkey?
Turkey exported glass blocks and tiles worth $11.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 124 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was down 14% on 2023.
Which countries buy glass blocks and tiles from Turkey?
The United States was the largest buyer with 14% of the value ($1.5 million), followed by Australia (9%) and Bulgaria (7%). The top three together account for 30%, out of 109 buyer countries in total. Iraq grew fastest among the top ten, up 36% on the year.
What is the average export price of glass blocks and tiles per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.75 per kg in 2024, 17% below the world average of $2.12 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have exports of glass blocks and tiles from Turkey changed since 2017?
Exports went from $8.0 million in 2017 to $11.4 million in 2024, an increase of 42%. The peak was 2022 at $17.3 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Turkey also import glass blocks and tiles?
Yes. Turkey imported $2.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Italy, China and the Czech Republic. On balance Turkey is a net exporter of this product, by about $8.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for glass blocks and tiles?
The HS code for glass blocks and tiles is heading 7016. In Turkey the largest six-digit codes were 7016.10 (68% of the value) and 7016.90 (32%). It sits in HS chapter 70 (glass and glassware). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7016 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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