Melons (other varieties) exports from Turkey: data, top buyers and prices
Turkey exported $13.0 million of melons (other varieties) in 2024 (13.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% 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 | $13.0M | 13.1K t |
| 2023 | $13.0M | 13.8K t |
| 2022 | $13.5M | 16.8K t |
| 2021 | $11.1M | 15.4K t |
| 2020 | $10.1M | 13.0K t |
| 2019 | $6.6M | 8.8K t |
| 2018 | $8.1M | 10.1K t |
| 2017 | $7.1M | 9.6K t |
Where Turkey exports melons (other varieties) to
The largest buyer markets were Germany (32%), Romania (16%), Russia (7%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $4.2M | 32% |
| Romania | $2.1M | 17% |
| Russia | $950K | 7.3% |
| Netherlands | $790K | 6.1% |
| Bulgaria | $735K | 5.6% |
| Austria | $684K | 5.3% |
| United Kingdom | $604K | 4.6% |
| Sweden | $495K | 3.8% |
| Ukraine | $274K | 2.1% |
| France | $272K | 2.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.99 per kg, close to the world average of $0.85.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Melons (other varieties) imports to Turkey
Turkey imported $348 thousand of melons (other varieties) in 2024 (1.5 thousand tonnes). Most of the value came from Iran (30%), Austria (26%), Netherlands (20%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Iran | $104K | 30% |
| Austria | $92K | 27% |
| Netherlands | $68K | 20% |
| Costa Rica | $28K | 8.1% |
| Brazil | $16K | 4.5% |
| Egypt | $14K | 4.1% |
| Honduras | $14K | 4% |
| Spain | $7K | 2% |
| Germany | $3K | 0.9% |
| Cyprus | $1K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey melons (other varieties) exports (HS 0807.19): 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 0807.19: Fruit, edible: melons, other than watermelons, fresh.
Common questions
What is the value of melons (other varieties) exported by Turkey?
Turkey exported melons (other varieties) worth $13.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 13.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 19th of 142 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 0% on 2023.
Which countries buy melons (other varieties) from Turkey?
Germany was the largest buyer with 32% of the value ($4.2 million), followed by Romania (16%) and Russia (7%). The top three together account for 56%, out of 57 buyer countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 28% on the year.
What is the average export price of melons (other varieties) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.99 per kg in 2024, 16% above the world average of $0.85 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of melons (other varieties) from Turkey changed since 2017?
Exports went from $7.1 million in 2017 to $13.0 million in 2024, an increase of 84%. The peak was 2022 at $13.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $10.3 million a year.
Does Turkey also import melons (other varieties)?
Yes. Turkey imported $348 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Iran, Austria and the Netherlands. On balance Turkey is a net exporter of this product, by about $12.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for melons (other varieties)?
The HS code for melons (other varieties) is subheading 0807.19. It sits in HS chapter 08 (fruit and nuts, edible; peel of citrus fruit or melons). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0807 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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