Medical lubricant and coupling gels exports from Turkey: data, top buyers and prices
Turkey exported $24.1 million of medical lubricant and coupling gels in 2024 (8.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 126 countries for exports of this product. Value rose 13% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% a year on average.
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 | $24.1M | 8.7K t |
| 2023 | $21.3M | 8.5K t |
| 2022 | $15.1M | 6.4K t |
| 2021 | $17.1M | 6.2K t |
| 2020 | $12.9M | 5.6K t |
| 2019 | $11.3M | 5.4K t |
| 2018 | $10.8M | 4.2K t |
| 2017 | $9.5M | 4.1K t |
Where Turkey exports medical lubricant and coupling gels to
The largest buyer markets were United Kingdom (14%), Italy (8%), Germany (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 31%. Among the main buyer markets, Hungary grew fastest (+272% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $3.5M | 14% |
| Italy | $2.0M | 8.3% |
| Germany | $2.0M | 8.1% |
| Spain | $1.8M | 7.4% |
| France | $1.7M | 6.9% |
| Poland | $1.4M | 5.9% |
| Czech Republic | $814K | 3.4% |
| United States | $783K | 3.3% |
| Iraq | $744K | 3.1% |
| Hungary | $636K | 2.6% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.77 per kg, 76% below the world average of $11.31, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Medical lubricant and coupling gels imports to Turkey
Imports of medical lubricant and coupling gels by Turkey reached $1.9 million in 2024 (180 tonnes). Most of the value came from Thailand (27%), United States (24%), Bulgaria (9%). Among the main suppliers, Bulgaria grew fastest (+824% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $506K | 27% |
| United States | $443K | 24% |
| Bulgaria | $170K | 9.2% |
| China | $135K | 7.3% |
| Spain | $107K | 5.8% |
| Mexico | $83K | 4.5% |
| Netherlands | $73K | 3.9% |
| Hong Kong | $58K | 3.1% |
| Japan | $52K | 2.8% |
| India | $52K | 2.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey medical lubricant and coupling gels exports (HS 3006.70): 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 3006.70: Pharmaceutical goods: Gel preparations designed to be used in human or veterinary medicine as a lubricant for parts of the body for surgical operations or physical examinations or as a coupling agent between the body and medical instruments.
Common questions
What is the value of medical lubricant and coupling gels exported by Turkey?
Turkey exported medical lubricant and coupling gels worth $24.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 126 countries worldwide, with 6% of world exports. The value was up 13% on 2023.
Which countries buy medical lubricant and coupling gels from Turkey?
The United Kingdom was the largest buyer with 14% of the value ($3.5 million), followed by Italy (8%) and Germany (8%). The top three together account for 31%, out of 122 buyer countries in total. Hungary grew fastest among the top ten, up 272% on the year.
What is the average export price of medical lubricant and coupling gels per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.77 per kg in 2024, 76% below the world average of $11.31 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of medical lubricant and coupling gels from Turkey changed since 2017?
Exports went from $9.5 million in 2017 to $24.1 million in 2024, an increase of 154%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $15.3 million a year.
Does Turkey also import medical lubricant and coupling gels?
Yes. Turkey imported $1.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Thailand, the United States and Bulgaria. On balance Turkey is a net exporter of this product, by about $22.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for medical lubricant and coupling gels?
The HS code for medical lubricant and coupling gels is subheading 3006.70. It sits in HS chapter 30 (pharmaceutical products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3006 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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