Ignition coils and distributors exports from Turkey: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Turkey exported ignition coils and distributors worth $217.8 million (9.8 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 155 countries. Value rose 5% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $217.8M | 9.8K t |
| 2023 | $208.5M | 9.8K t |
| 2022 | $160.1M | 8.3K t |
| 2021 | $182.9M | 8.2K t |
| 2020 | $145.2M | 6.9K t |
| 2019 | $155.1M | 9.0K t |
| 2018 | $170.8M | 8.4K t |
| 2017 | $152.7M | 7.7K t |
Where Turkey exports ignition coils and distributors to
The largest buyer markets were Italy (22%), Germany (20%), United Kingdom (10%). Among the main buyer markets, South Korea grew fastest (+286% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $48.9M | 22% |
| Germany | $43.1M | 20% |
| United Kingdom | $22.7M | 10% |
| United States | $19.2M | 8.8% |
| Austria | $18.3M | 8.4% |
| Hungary | $15.9M | 7.3% |
| Spain | $11.1M | 5.1% |
| Czech Republic | $7.6M | 3.5% |
| Mexico | $6.3M | 2.9% |
| South Korea | $3.3M | 1.5% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $22.12 per kg, close to the world average of $25.76.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Ignition coils and distributors imports to Turkey
In 2024, Turkey imported ignition coils and distributors worth $31.5 million (1.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. China alone supplied 62% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $19.6M | 62% |
| Germany | $4.6M | 15% |
| Slovenia | $1.5M | 4.9% |
| Italy | $978K | 3.1% |
| Japan | $644K | 2.1% |
| India | $577K | 1.8% |
| Portugal | $548K | 1.7% |
| United States | $433K | 1.4% |
| South Korea | $417K | 1.3% |
| Poland | $353K | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey ignition coils and distributors exports (HS 8511.30): 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 8511.30: Ignition or starting equipment: distributors and ignition coils of a kind used for spark-ignition or compression-ignition internal combustion engines.
Common questions
What is the value of ignition coils and distributors exported by Turkey?
Turkey exported ignition coils and distributors worth $217.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 155 countries worldwide, with 10% of world exports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries buy ignition coils and distributors from Turkey?
Italy was the largest buyer with 22% of the value ($48.9 million), followed by Germany (20%) and the United Kingdom (10%). The top three together account for 53%, out of 128 buyer countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 286% on the year.
What is the average export price of ignition coils and distributors per kg?
The average declared export value was about $22.12 per kg in 2024, 14% below the world average of $25.76 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of ignition coils and distributors from Turkey changed since 2017?
Exports went from $152.7 million in 2017 to $217.8 million in 2024, an increase of 43%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $174.1 million a year.
Does Turkey also import ignition coils and distributors?
Yes. Turkey imported $31.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Germany and Slovenia. On balance Turkey is a net exporter of this product, by about $186.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for ignition coils and distributors?
The HS code for ignition coils and distributors is subheading 8511.30. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8511 page.
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