Laboratory balances imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of laboratory balances by Turkey reached $8.6 million in 2024 (94 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 11% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $8.6M | 94 t |
| 2023 | $7.7M | 111 t |
| 2022 | $6.5M | 107 t |
| 2021 | $7.1M | 108 t |
| 2020 | $4.7M | 42 t |
| 2019 | $5.8M | 101 t |
| 2018 | $5.6M | 108 t |
| 2017 | $6.8M | 54 t |
Where Turkey imports laboratory balances from
Most of the value came from China (42%), Germany (18%), Switzerland (13%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+42% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.6M | 42% |
| Germany | $1.6M | 18% |
| Switzerland | $1.1M | 13% |
| Poland | $1.1M | 13% |
| Philippines | $346K | 4% |
| Netherlands | $305K | 3.6% |
| United States | $136K | 1.6% |
| Japan | $134K | 1.6% |
| United Kingdom | $111K | 1.3% |
| Italy | $96K | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $91.32 per kg, close to the world average of $110.07.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Laboratory balances exports from Turkey
Exports of laboratory balances by Turkey reached $1.5 million in 2024 (57 tonnes). Most of it went to Iran (21%), Azerbaijan (15%), Germany (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 46%. Among the main buyer markets, Azerbaijan grew fastest (+762% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Iran | $309K | 21% |
| Azerbaijan | $216K | 15% |
| Germany | $151K | 10% |
| Uzbekistan | $66K | 4.5% |
| Egypt | $62K | 4.2% |
| Mexico | $60K | 4.1% |
| Iraq | $59K | 4% |
| United Kingdom | $53K | 3.6% |
| Bulgaria | $42K | 2.8% |
| Russia | $35K | 2.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
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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 9016: Balances; of a sensitivity of 5cg or better, with or without weights.
Common questions
What is the value of laboratory balances imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported laboratory balances worth $8.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 94 tonnes. That ranks it 15th of 198 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply laboratory balances to Turkey?
China was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($3.6 million), followed by Germany (18%) and Switzerland (13%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 42% on the year.
What is the average import price of laboratory balances per kg?
The average declared import value was about $91.32 per kg in 2024, 17% below the world average of $110.07 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have imports of laboratory balances to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.8 million in 2017 to $8.6 million in 2024, an increase of 25%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Turkey also export laboratory balances?
Yes. Turkey exported $1.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Iran, Azerbaijan and Germany. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $7.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for laboratory balances?
The HS code for laboratory balances is heading 9016. In Turkey all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 9016.00. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9016 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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