Inactive yeast exports from Turkey: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Turkey exported inactive yeast worth $11.1 million (4.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Value fell 50% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $22.2 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 | $11.1M | 4.7K t |
| 2023 | $22.2M | 6.8K t |
| 2022 | $22.1M | 7.3K t |
| 2021 | $10.2M | 4.0K t |
| 2020 | $10.7M | 4.3K t |
| 2019 | $9.9M | 3.8K t |
| 2018 | $6.4M | 2.7K t |
| 2017 | $6.0M | 2.3K t |
Where Turkey exports inactive yeast to
Most of it went to United States (49%), Indonesia (9%), Israel (6%). Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+106% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $5.4M | 49% |
| Indonesia | $1000K | 9% |
| Israel | $653K | 5.9% |
| Kuwait | $592K | 5.4% |
| Tanzania | $490K | 4.4% |
| Singapore | $479K | 4.3% |
| Dominican Republic | $350K | 3.2% |
| Cyprus | $295K | 2.7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $289K | 2.6% |
| Chile | $200K | 1.8% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.37 per kg, close to the world average of $2.20.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Inactive yeast imports to Turkey
Turkey imported $10.6 million of inactive yeast in 2024 (7.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The largest suppliers were Belgium (16%), Russia (12%), Italy (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 40%. Among the main suppliers, Russia grew fastest (+272% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $1.7M | 16% |
| Russia | $1.3M | 12% |
| Italy | $1.2M | 12% |
| Germany | $1.1M | 10% |
| China | $954K | 9% |
| Brazil | $833K | 7.8% |
| Poland | $733K | 6.9% |
| Canada | $406K | 3.8% |
| Mexico | $319K | 3% |
| France | $275K | 2.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey inactive yeast exports (HS 2102.20): 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 2102.20: Yeasts: inactive, other single-cell micro-organisms, dead.
Common questions
What is the value of inactive yeast exported by Turkey?
Turkey exported inactive yeast worth $11.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 20th of 126 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was down 50% on 2023.
Which countries buy inactive yeast from Turkey?
The United States was the largest buyer with 49% of the value ($5.4 million), followed by Indonesia (9%) and Israel (6%). The top three together account for 64%, out of 70 buyer countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 106% on the year.
What is the average export price of inactive yeast per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.37 per kg in 2024, 8% above the world average of $2.20 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of inactive yeast from Turkey changed since 2017?
Exports went from $6.0 million in 2017 to $11.1 million in 2024, an increase of 84%. The peak was 2023 at $22.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $12.3 million a year.
Does Turkey also import inactive yeast?
Yes. Turkey imported $10.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Belgium, Russia and Italy. That compares with exports of $11.1 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for inactive yeast?
The HS code for inactive yeast is subheading 2102.20. It sits in HS chapter 21 (miscellaneous edible preparations). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2102 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Turkey. Tell us your product to see it live.
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