Low-expansion glass tubes imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
Turkey imported $11.0 million of low-expansion glass tubes in 2024 (2.9 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 128 countries. That is 45% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% a year on average.
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 | $11.0M | 2.9K t |
| 2023 | $7.6M | 2.9K t |
| 2022 | $7.6M | 3.2K t |
| 2021 | $7.3M | 3.3K t |
| 2020 | $5.4M | 2.5K t |
| 2019 | $5.4M | 2.8K t |
| 2018 | $4.9M | 2.1K t |
| 2017 | $5.1M | 2.2K t |
Where Turkey imports low-expansion glass tubes from
Germany alone supplied 57% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $6.2M | 57% |
| Austria | $3.9M | 36% |
| China | $730K | 6.7% |
| Czech Republic | $57K | 0.5% |
| Ukraine | $6K | 0.1% |
| South Korea | $3K | 0% |
| Hong Kong | $3K | 0% |
| France | $2K | 0% |
| Sweden | $1K | 0% |
| Italy | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.77 per kg, 33% above the world average of $2.84. 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.
Low-expansion glass tubes exports from Turkey
Turkey exported $4.0 million of low-expansion glass tubes in 2024 (123 tonnes). It ranks 9th of 56 countries for exports of this product. Turkmenistan alone took 99% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkmenistan | $4.0M | 99% |
| France | $13K | 0.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $13K | 0.3% |
| Indonesia | $12K | 0.3% |
| Iran | $2K | 0% |
| Nigeria | $1K | 0% |
| Cyprus | $1K | 0% |
| Cameroon | $1K | 0% |
| Italy | $0K | 0% |
| Singapore | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey low-expansion glass tubes imports (HS 7002.32): 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 7002.32: Glass: unworked, tubes, of glass having a linear coefficient of expansion not exceeding 5 x 10 (to the minus 6), (or 0.000005) per Kelvin within a temperature range of 0-300 degrees C.
Common questions
What is the value of low-expansion glass tubes imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported low-expansion glass tubes worth $11.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 128 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was up 45% on 2023.
Which countries supply low-expansion glass tubes to Turkey?
Germany was the largest supplier with 57% of the value ($6.2 million), followed by Austria (36%) and China (7%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 12 supplier countries in total. The Czech Republic grew fastest among the top ten, up 112% on the year.
What is the average import price of low-expansion glass tubes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.77 per kg in 2024, 33% above the world average of $2.84 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of low-expansion glass tubes to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.1 million in 2017 to $11.0 million in 2024, an increase of 115%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $6.8 million a year.
Does Turkey also export low-expansion glass tubes?
Yes. Turkey exported $4.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Turkmenistan, France and Saudi Arabia. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $6.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for low-expansion glass tubes?
The HS code for low-expansion glass tubes is subheading 7002.32. It sits in HS chapter 70 (glass and glassware). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7002 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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