Light printing paper (under 40g/m2) imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Turkey imported light printing paper (under 40g/m2) worth $12.6 million (5.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 195 countries. Value fell 16% from 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 | $12.6M | 5.3K t |
| 2023 | $14.9M | 5.7K t |
| 2022 | $13.6M | 6.0K t |
| 2021 | $8.3M | 4.6K t |
| 2020 | $9.3M | 5.3K t |
| 2019 | $6.8M | 3.4K t |
| 2018 | $8.6M | 3.4K t |
| 2017 | $7.6M | 3.6K t |
Where Turkey imports light printing paper (under 40g/m2) from
The largest suppliers were Germany (49%), China (25%), Thailand (11%). Among the main suppliers, Austria grew fastest (+268% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $6.2M | 49% |
| China | $3.1M | 25% |
| Thailand | $1.3M | 11% |
| Austria | $443K | 3.5% |
| Finland | $318K | 2.5% |
| South Korea | $306K | 2.4% |
| India | $264K | 2.1% |
| France | $178K | 1.4% |
| Italy | $154K | 1.2% |
| Japan | $106K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.37 per kg, 38% above the world average of $1.72. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Light printing paper (under 40g/m2) exports from Turkey
Exports of light printing paper (under 40g/m2) by Turkey reached $4.6 million in 2024 (1.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Russia (22%), Nigeria (17%), Iran (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Morocco grew fastest (+176% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Russia | $1.0M | 22% |
| Nigeria | $773K | 17% |
| Iran | $652K | 14% |
| Belarus | $442K | 9.6% |
| Egypt | $329K | 7.2% |
| Bulgaria | $268K | 5.8% |
| Ukraine | $214K | 4.7% |
| Iraq | $129K | 2.8% |
| United Kingdom | $121K | 2.6% |
| Morocco | $102K | 2.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey light printing paper (under 40g/m2) imports (HS 4802.54): 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 4802.54: Uncoated paper and paperboard (not 4801 or 4803): printing, writing or graphic, 10% or less by weight of mechanical or chemi-mechanical processed fibre, weighing less than 40g/m2, in rolls or sheets.
Common questions
What is the value of light printing paper (under 40g/m2) imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported light printing paper (under 40g/m2) worth $12.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 195 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was down 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply light printing paper (under 40g/m2) to Turkey?
Germany was the largest supplier with 49% of the value ($6.2 million), followed by China (25%) and Thailand (11%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 424% on the year.
What is the average import price of light printing paper (under 40g/m2) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.37 per kg in 2024, 38% above the world average of $1.72 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of light printing paper (under 40g/m2) to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.6 million in 2017 to $12.6 million in 2024, an increase of 65%. The peak was 2023 at $14.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $10.2 million a year.
Does Turkey also export light printing paper (under 40g/m2)?
Yes. Turkey exported $4.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Russia, Nigeria and Iran. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $8.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for light printing paper (under 40g/m2)?
The HS code for light printing paper (under 40g/m2) is subheading 4802.54. It sits in HS chapter 48 (paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or paperboard). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4802 page.
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