Glucose syrup exports from Turkey: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of glucose syrup by Turkey reached $86.3 million in 2024 (162.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 9th of 119 countries for exports of this product. Value rose 10% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average.
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 | $86.3M | 162.3K t |
| 2023 | $78.7M | 123.7K t |
| 2022 | $97.7M | 146.1K t |
| 2021 | $77.4M | 177.1K t |
| 2020 | $61.5M | 163.2K t |
| 2019 | $51.1M | 135.6K t |
| 2018 | $44.4M | 113.6K t |
| 2017 | $45.9M | 122.7K t |
Where Turkey exports glucose syrup to
Most of it went to Iraq (14%), Nigeria (14%), Ghana (6%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 34%. Among the main buyer markets, Mexico grew fastest (+752% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Iraq | $12.2M | 14% |
| Nigeria | $12.2M | 14% |
| Ghana | $4.8M | 5.6% |
| Mexico | $4.7M | 5.5% |
| United States | $4.5M | 5.3% |
| Mozambique | $3.8M | 4.4% |
| Syria | $3.3M | 3.8% |
| Cameroon | $3.1M | 3.6% |
| Zambia | $3.0M | 3.5% |
| Kenya | $2.8M | 3.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.53 per kg, 24% below the world average of $0.70, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Glucose syrup imports to Turkey
Turkey imported $16.4 million of glucose syrup in 2024 (19.5 thousand tonnes). The largest suppliers were China (31%), Romania (21%), Bulgaria (17%). Among the main suppliers, Romania grew fastest (+977% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.2M | 32% |
| Romania | $3.5M | 21% |
| Bulgaria | $2.8M | 17% |
| Belgium | $2.2M | 14% |
| Italy | $776K | 4.7% |
| France | $368K | 2.2% |
| Germany | $363K | 2.2% |
| Slovakia | $350K | 2.1% |
| Iran | $321K | 2% |
| India | $274K | 1.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey glucose syrup exports (HS 1702.30): 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 1702.30: Sugars: glucose and glucose syrup, not containing fructose or containing in the dry state less than 20% by weight of fructose, the syrup not containing added flavouring or colouring matter.
Common questions
What is the value of glucose syrup exported by Turkey?
Turkey exported glucose syrup worth $86.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 162.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 119 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was up 10% on 2023.
Which countries buy glucose syrup from Turkey?
Iraq was the largest buyer with 14% of the value ($12.2 million), followed by Nigeria (14%) and Ghana (6%). The top three together account for 34%, out of 118 buyer countries in total. Mexico grew fastest among the top ten, up 752% on the year.
What is the average export price of glucose syrup per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.53 per kg in 2024, 24% below the world average of $0.70 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of glucose syrup from Turkey changed since 2017?
Exports went from $45.9 million in 2017 to $86.3 million in 2024, an increase of 88%. The peak was 2022 at $97.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $67.9 million a year.
Does Turkey also import glucose syrup?
Yes. Turkey imported $16.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Romania and Bulgaria. On balance Turkey is a net exporter of this product, by about $69.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for glucose syrup?
The HS code for glucose syrup is subheading 1702.30. It sits in HS chapter 17 (sugars and sugar confectionery). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1702 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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