Linseed exports from Turkey: data, top buyers and prices
Turkey exported $10.1 million of linseed in 2024 (8.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 72% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $26.6 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $10.1M | 8.4K t |
| 2023 | $5.9M | 4.4K t |
| 2022 | $26.6M | 23.8K t |
| 2021 | $15.3M | 11.2K t |
| 2020 | $3.7M | 3.6K t |
| 2019 | $5.8M | 8.3K t |
| 2018 | $5.6M | 7.2K t |
| 2017 | $7.6M | 9.8K t |
Where Turkey exports linseed to
One buyer market dominates: United States accounted for 62% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Canada grew fastest (+238% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $6.3M | 62% |
| Canada | $1.8M | 17% |
| Germany | $765K | 7.6% |
| Netherlands | $362K | 3.6% |
| United Kingdom | $171K | 1.7% |
| Israel | $127K | 1.3% |
| Belgium | $109K | 1.1% |
| Italy | $101K | 1% |
| Bulgaria | $78K | 0.8% |
| Lebanon | $53K | 0.5% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.20 per kg, 94% above the world average of $0.62. 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.
Linseed imports to Turkey
Imports of linseed by Turkey reached $3.9 million in 2024 (6.6 thousand tonnes). One supplier dominates: Kazakhstan accounted for 68% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Ukraine grew fastest (+50% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kazakhstan | $2.6M | 68% |
| Russia | $520K | 13% |
| Ukraine | $460K | 12% |
| United States | $107K | 2.8% |
| Belgium | $80K | 2.1% |
| Bulgaria | $75K | 1.9% |
| United Kingdom | $5K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $5K | 0.1% |
| Brazil | $1K | 0% |
| France | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
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Updated weekly on EximDataX (some markets daily), while public statistics stop at 2024.
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 1204: Oil seeds; linseed, whether or not broken.
Common questions
What is the value of linseed exported by Turkey?
Turkey exported linseed worth $10.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 107 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 72% on 2023.
Which countries buy linseed from Turkey?
The United States was the largest buyer with 62% of the value ($6.3 million), followed by Canada (17%) and Germany (8%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 49 buyer countries in total. Bulgaria grew fastest among the top ten, up 344% on the year.
What is the average export price of linseed per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.20 per kg in 2024, 94% above the world average of $0.62 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 exports of linseed from Turkey changed since 2017?
Exports went from $7.6 million in 2017 to $10.1 million in 2024, an increase of 33%. The peak was 2022 at $26.6 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Turkey also import linseed?
Yes. Turkey imported $3.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Kazakhstan, Russia and Ukraine. On balance Turkey is a net exporter of this product, by about $6.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for linseed?
The HS code for linseed is heading 1204. In Turkey all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 1204.00. It sits in HS chapter 12 (oil seeds and oleaginous fruits; miscellaneous grains, seeds and fruit, industrial or medicinal plants; straw and fodder). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1204 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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