Metal files imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Turkey imported metal files worth $3.3 million (304 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 17% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $3.3M | 304 t |
| 2023 | $4.0M | 349 t |
| 2022 | $2.8M | 328 t |
| 2021 | $3.6M | 398 t |
| 2020 | $2.9M | 242 t |
| 2019 | $2.4M | 241 t |
| 2018 | $2.4M | 320 t |
| 2017 | $2.8M | 330 t |
Where Turkey imports metal files from
Most of the value came from Switzerland (33%), Germany (18%), China (13%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+110% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $1.1M | 33% |
| Germany | $612K | 18% |
| China | $433K | 13% |
| Portugal | $409K | 12% |
| India | $375K | 11% |
| Taiwan | $71K | 2.1% |
| United Kingdom | $58K | 1.7% |
| Sweden | $49K | 1.5% |
| Italy | $44K | 1.3% |
| Indonesia | $34K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.96 per kg, close to the world average of $10.29.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Metal files exports from Turkey
In 2024, Turkey exported metal files worth $1.1 million (35 tonnes). Most of it went to Russia (50%), United Kingdom (8%), Kazakhstan (6%). Among the main buyer markets, Kazakhstan grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Russia | $530K | 50% |
| United Kingdom | $86K | 8.1% |
| Kazakhstan | $62K | 5.9% |
| Saudi Arabia | $59K | 5.5% |
| Romania | $42K | 3.9% |
| Germany | $33K | 3.1% |
| Belgium | $27K | 2.6% |
| Azerbaijan | $18K | 1.7% |
| Iran | $15K | 1.4% |
| Greece | $14K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey metal files imports (HS 8203.10): 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 8203.10: Tools, hand: files, rasps and similar tools.
Common questions
What is the value of metal files imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported metal files worth $3.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 304 tonnes. That ranks it 29th of 215 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply metal files to Turkey?
Switzerland was the largest supplier with 33% of the value ($1.1 million), followed by Germany (18%) and China (13%). The top three together account for 64%, out of 43 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 110% on the year.
What is the average import price of metal files per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.96 per kg in 2024, 7% above the world average of $10.29 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of metal files to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.8 million in 2017 to $3.3 million in 2024, an increase of 17%. The peak was 2023 at $4.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.0 million a year.
Does Turkey also export metal files?
Yes. Turkey exported $1.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Russia, the United Kingdom and Kazakhstan. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $2.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for metal files?
The HS code for metal files is subheading 8203.10. It sits in HS chapter 82 (tools, implements, cutlery, spoons and forks, of base metal; parts thereof, of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8203 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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