Magnesite and dolomite products imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of magnesite and dolomite products by Turkey reached $31.5 million in 2024 (29.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 157 countries. Value rose 6% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 46% 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 | $31.5M | 29.7K t |
| 2023 | $29.6M | 25.3K t |
| 2022 | $33.5M | 28.2K t |
| 2021 | $22.3M | 21.6K t |
| 2020 | $17.5M | 22.9K t |
| 2019 | $8.5M | 16.2K t |
| 2018 | $8.8M | 9.6K t |
| 2017 | $2.2M | 2.4K t |
Where Turkey imports magnesite and dolomite products from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 66% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Austria grew fastest (+47% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $20.9M | 66% |
| North Macedonia | $4.1M | 13% |
| France | $1.7M | 5.3% |
| Austria | $1.4M | 4.6% |
| Vietnam | $1.4M | 4.5% |
| Italy | $721K | 2.3% |
| Poland | $630K | 2% |
| Serbia | $435K | 1.4% |
| Germany | $202K | 0.6% |
| Hong Kong | $15K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.06 per kg, close to the world average of $1.11.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Magnesite and dolomite products exports from Turkey
Exports of magnesite and dolomite products by Turkey reached $532 thousand in 2024 (394 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Egypt accounted for 63% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Iraq grew fastest (+123% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey magnesite and dolomite products imports (HS 6815.91): 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 6815.91: Stone articles and articles of other mineral substances: containing magnesite, dolomite or chromite.
Common questions
What is the value of magnesite and dolomite products imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported magnesite and dolomite products worth $31.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 29.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 157 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply magnesite and dolomite products to Turkey?
China was the largest supplier with 66% of the value ($20.9 million), followed by North Macedonia (13%) and France (5%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 586% on the year.
What is the average import price of magnesite and dolomite products per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.06 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $1.11 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of magnesite and dolomite products to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.2 million in 2017 to $31.5 million in 2024. The peak was 2022 at $33.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $19.2 million a year.
Does Turkey also export magnesite and dolomite products?
Yes. Turkey exported $532 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Egypt, Russia and Iran. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $31.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for magnesite and dolomite products?
The HS code for magnesite and dolomite products is subheading 6815.91. It sits in HS chapter 68 (stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica or similar materials; articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6815 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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