Magnetic tape media imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of magnetic tape media by Turkey reached $4.0 million in 2024 (25 tonnes). Value fell 18% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 7% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $8.3 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 | $4.0M | 25 t |
| 2023 | $4.8M | 37 t |
| 2022 | $4.5M | 31 t |
| 2021 | $5.0M | 38 t |
| 2020 | $4.0M | 43 t |
| 2019 | $8.3M | 148 t |
| 2018 | $7.4M | 54 t |
| 2017 | $6.8M | 62 t |
Where Turkey imports magnetic tape media from
The largest suppliers were Japan (42%), United States (19%), Czech Republic (17%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+447% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $1.7M | 42% |
| United States | $751K | 19% |
| Czech Republic | $681K | 17% |
| Germany | $280K | 7% |
| China | $150K | 3.8% |
| United Kingdom | $125K | 3.1% |
| France | $79K | 2% |
| Switzerland | $59K | 1.5% |
| Italy | $57K | 1.4% |
| Spain | $40K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $159.87 per kg, close to the world average of $140.18.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Magnetic tape media exports from Turkey
In 2024, Turkey exported magnetic tape media worth $463 thousand (14 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were South Africa (19%), Saudi Arabia (16%), Kazakhstan (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 45%. Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+388% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $88K | 19% |
| Saudi Arabia | $74K | 16% |
| Kazakhstan | $47K | 10% |
| Russia | $42K | 9% |
| Iran | $41K | 8.9% |
| Germany | $38K | 8.1% |
| Azerbaijan | $20K | 4.2% |
| France | $19K | 4.1% |
| Kuwait | $15K | 3.2% |
| Algeria | $12K | 2.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey magnetic tape media imports (HS 8523.29): 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 8523.29: Magnetic media: other than cards incorporating a magnetic stripe, whether or not recorded, excluding products of Chapter 37.
Common questions
What is the value of magnetic tape media imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported magnetic tape media worth $4.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 25 tonnes. That ranks it 36th of 204 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply magnetic tape media to Turkey?
Japan was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($1.7 million), followed by the United States (19%) and the Czech Republic (17%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 30 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 447% on the year.
What is the average import price of magnetic tape media per kg?
The average declared import value was about $159.87 per kg in 2024, 14% above the world average of $140.18 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of magnetic tape media to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.8 million in 2017 to $4.0 million in 2024, a fall of 42%. The peak was 2019 at $8.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.6 million a year.
Does Turkey also export magnetic tape media?
Yes. Turkey exported $463 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Africa, Saudi Arabia and Kazakhstan. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $3.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for magnetic tape media?
The HS code for magnetic tape media is subheading 8523.29. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8523 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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