Graphite block imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
Turkey imported $3.1 million of graphite block in 2024 (363 tonnes). Value fell 57% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $7.2 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 | $3.1M | 363 t |
| 2023 | $7.2M | 9.2K t |
| 2022 | $5.2M | 4.6K t |
| 2021 | $5.8M | 6.8K t |
| 2020 | $3.1M | 551 t |
| 2019 | $3.0M | 305 t |
| 2018 | $3.3M | 640 t |
| 2017 | $3.9M | 636 t |
Where Turkey imports graphite block from
Most of the value came from Germany (49%), China (23%), United States (8%). Among the main suppliers, Poland grew fastest (+775% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $1.5M | 49% |
| China | $718K | 23% |
| United States | $249K | 8.1% |
| France | $190K | 6.2% |
| Poland | $154K | 5% |
| Italy | $72K | 2.3% |
| United Kingdom | $67K | 2.2% |
| India | $57K | 1.8% |
| Czech Republic | $19K | 0.6% |
| Netherlands | $13K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.49 per kg, 266% above the world average of $2.32. 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.
Graphite block exports from Turkey
Turkey exported $839 thousand of graphite block in 2024 (36 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Azerbaijan (50%), Hungary (18%), United Arab Emirates (6%). Among the main buyer markets, Hungary grew fastest (+938% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Azerbaijan | $417K | 50% |
| Hungary | $151K | 18% |
| United Arab Emirates | $52K | 6.2% |
| Italy | $36K | 4.2% |
| Uzbekistan | $19K | 2.3% |
| Iraq | $15K | 1.8% |
| Ireland | $14K | 1.7% |
| Tunisia | $13K | 1.5% |
| Jordan | $12K | 1.4% |
| Poland | $11K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey graphite block imports (HS 3801.90): 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 3801.90: Graphite or other carbon based preparations: in the form of pastes, blocks, plates or other semi-manufactures.
Common questions
What is the value of graphite block imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported graphite block worth $3.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 363 tonnes. That ranks it 31st of 166 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 57% on 2023.
Which countries supply graphite block to Turkey?
Germany was the largest supplier with 49% of the value ($1.5 million), followed by China (23%) and the United States (8%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. Poland grew fastest among the top ten, up 775% on the year.
What is the average import price of graphite block per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.49 per kg in 2024, 266% above the world average of $2.32 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of graphite block to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.9 million in 2017 to $3.1 million in 2024, a fall of 20%. The peak was 2023 at $7.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.3 million a year.
Does Turkey also export graphite block?
Yes. Turkey exported $839 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Azerbaijan, Hungary and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $2.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for graphite block?
The HS code for graphite block is subheading 3801.90. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3801 page.
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