Insulin medicines (packaged) imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Turkey imported insulin medicines (packaged) worth $141.9 million (777 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 6% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $216.3 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 | $141.9M | 777 t |
| 2023 | $133.6M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $115.6M | 1.7K t |
| 2021 | $127.7M | 2.1K t |
| 2020 | $120.4M | 2.4K t |
| 2019 | $185.5M | 2.2K t |
| 2018 | $182.6M | 2.0K t |
| 2017 | $216.3M | 2.2K t |
Where Turkey imports insulin medicines (packaged) from
Most of the value came from Germany (47%), China (45%), Denmark (6%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+117% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $66.6M | 47% |
| China | $63.5M | 45% |
| Denmark | $8.7M | 6.2% |
| France | $1.1M | 0.8% |
| United States | $806K | 0.6% |
| Italy | $767K | 0.5% |
| Brazil | $190K | 0.1% |
| Spain | $148K | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | $34K | 0% |
| India | $15K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $182.64 per kg, 26% below the world average of $247.95, 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.
Insulin medicines (packaged) exports from Turkey
In 2024, Turkey exported insulin medicines (packaged) worth $72.3 million (140 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Iran alone took 100% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Iran | $72.3M | 100% |
| Cyprus | $16K | 0% |
| Chile | $16K | 0% |
| Greece | $12K | 0% |
| Syria | $5K | 0% |
| Kenya | $4K | 0% |
| Serbia | $4K | 0% |
| Germany | $2K | 0% |
| Austria | $1K | 0% |
| Denmark | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey insulin medicines (packaged) imports (HS 3004.31): 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 3004.31: Medicaments: containing insulin, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale.
Common questions
What is the value of insulin medicines (packaged) imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported insulin medicines (packaged) worth $141.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 777 tonnes. That ranks it 16th of 207 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply insulin medicines (packaged) to Turkey?
Germany was the largest supplier with 47% of the value ($66.6 million), followed by China (45%) and Denmark (6%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 117% on the year.
What is the average import price of insulin medicines (packaged) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $182.64 per kg in 2024, 26% below the world average of $247.95 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of insulin medicines (packaged) to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $216.3 million in 2017 to $141.9 million in 2024, a fall of 34%. The peak was 2017 at $216.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $152.9 million a year.
Does Turkey also export insulin medicines (packaged)?
Yes. Turkey exported $72.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Iran, Cyprus and Chile. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $69.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for insulin medicines (packaged)?
The HS code for insulin medicines (packaged) is subheading 3004.31. It sits in HS chapter 30 (pharmaceutical products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3004 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
Shipment-level records for Turkey reach EximDataX from a direct customs feed, with company names, dates and declared values. We can show them for your product on a short call.
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