Leather processing machinery parts imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Turkey imported leather processing machinery parts worth $2.8 million (99 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $4.1 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 | $2.8M | 99 t |
| 2023 | $2.9M | 100 t |
| 2022 | $4.1M | 78 t |
| 2021 | $3.0M | 142 t |
| 2020 | $1.7M | 48 t |
| 2019 | $2.7M | 87 t |
| 2018 | $4.1M | 67 t |
| 2017 | $3.4M | 71 t |
Where Turkey imports leather processing machinery parts from
One supplier dominates: Italy accounted for 86% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $2.4M | 86% |
| China | $212K | 7.6% |
| Germany | $50K | 1.8% |
| Czech Republic | $22K | 0.8% |
| Poland | $15K | 0.5% |
| Thailand | $15K | 0.5% |
| Spain | $14K | 0.5% |
| Serbia | $10K | 0.4% |
| Slovakia | $10K | 0.3% |
| South Korea | $9K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $28.10 per kg, close to the world average of $25.85.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Leather processing machinery parts exports from Turkey
In 2024, Turkey exported leather processing machinery parts worth $2.2 million (166 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Kazakhstan (12%), Belarus (12%), Azerbaijan (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 35%. Among the main buyer markets, Kyrgyzstan grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kazakhstan | $276K | 13% |
| Belarus | $260K | 12% |
| Azerbaijan | $240K | 11% |
| Slovakia | $235K | 11% |
| Russia | $225K | 10% |
| Italy | $220K | 10% |
| Serbia | $74K | 3.3% |
| Iraq | $70K | 3.2% |
| Dominican Republic | $66K | 3% |
| Kyrgyzstan | $64K | 2.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey leather processing machinery parts imports (HS 8453.90): 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 8453.90: Machinery: parts of those for preparing, tanning or working hides, skins or leather, for making or repairing footwear or other articles of hides, skin or leather, other than sewing machines.
Common questions
What is the value of leather processing machinery parts imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported leather processing machinery parts worth $2.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 99 tonnes. That ranks it 21st of 170 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply leather processing machinery parts to Turkey?
Italy was the largest supplier with 86% of the value ($2.4 million), followed by China (8%) and Germany (2%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 137% on the year.
What is the average import price of leather processing machinery parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $28.10 per kg in 2024, 9% above the world average of $25.85 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of leather processing machinery parts to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.4 million in 2017 to $2.8 million in 2024, a fall of 19%. The peak was 2018 at $4.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.1 million a year.
Does Turkey also export leather processing machinery parts?
Yes. Turkey exported $2.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kazakhstan, Belarus and Azerbaijan. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $582 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for leather processing machinery parts?
The HS code for leather processing machinery parts is subheading 8453.90. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8453 page.
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