Large format film imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Turkey imported large format film worth $86.5 million (12.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 8th of 184 countries for imports of this product. 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 .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $86.5M | 12.2K t |
| 2023 | $82.3M | 11.5K t |
| 2022 | $89.3M | 12.6K t |
| 2021 | $90.3M | 11.8K t |
| 2020 | $77.4M | 12.3K t |
| 2019 | $84.3M | 14.3K t |
| 2018 | $74.5M | 12.3K t |
| 2017 | $72.5M | 12.8K t |
Where Turkey imports large format film from
The largest suppliers were China (48%), Germany (30%), United States (16%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $41.2M | 48% |
| Germany | $26.2M | 30% |
| United States | $13.6M | 16% |
| Japan | $2.0M | 2.4% |
| United Kingdom | $1.4M | 1.7% |
| Spain | $1.1M | 1.3% |
| Taiwan | $528K | 0.6% |
| France | $209K | 0.2% |
| Italy | $136K | 0.2% |
| Belgium | $90K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.07 per kg, close to the world average of $8.23.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Large format film exports from Turkey
In 2024, Turkey exported large format film worth $7.3 million (490 tonnes). Most of it went to Iran (35%), Egypt (12%), Algeria (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Serbia grew fastest (+51% on the year before).
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The shipment records behind Turkey large format film imports (HS 3701.30): 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 3701.30: Photographic plates and film: in the flat, sensitised, unexposed, with any side exceeding 225mm, of any materials other than paper, paperboard or textiles.
Common questions
What is the value of large format film imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported large format film worth $86.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 12.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 184 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply large format film to Turkey?
China was the largest supplier with 48% of the value ($41.2 million), followed by Germany (30%) and the United States (16%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 71% on the year.
What is the average import price of large format film per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.07 per kg in 2024, 14% below the world average of $8.23 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of large format film to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $72.5 million in 2017 to $86.5 million in 2024, an increase of 19%. The peak was 2021 at $90.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $82.1 million a year.
Does Turkey also export large format film?
Yes. Turkey exported $7.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Iran, Egypt and Algeria. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $79.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for large format film?
The HS code for large format film is subheading 3701.30. It sits in HS chapter 37 (photographic or cinematographic goods). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3701 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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