Metal molds (other types) exports from Turkey: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Turkey exported metal molds (other types) worth $64.0 million (4.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 120 countries for exports of this product. Value fell 22% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $87.4 million.
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 | $64.0M | 4.8K t |
| 2023 | $82.0M | 5.3K t |
| 2022 | $65.0M | 5.9K t |
| 2021 | $64.4M | 5.6K t |
| 2020 | $60.4M | 6.4K t |
| 2019 | $66.7M | 5.1K t |
| 2018 | $87.4M | 7.6K t |
| 2017 | $80.3M | 8.3K t |
Where Turkey exports metal molds (other types) to
Most of it went to Germany (16%), Italy (13%), Russia (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 38%. Among the main buyer markets, Kazakhstan grew fastest (+197% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $10.4M | 16% |
| Italy | $8.0M | 13% |
| Russia | $5.9M | 9.3% |
| Romania | $4.4M | 6.9% |
| Poland | $3.3M | 5.1% |
| Iran | $2.4M | 3.7% |
| United States | $2.3M | 3.6% |
| Ireland | $2.3M | 3.6% |
| Kazakhstan | $2.2M | 3.4% |
| Slovenia | $1.7M | 2.7% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.46 per kg, close to the world average of $11.77.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Metal molds (other types) imports to Turkey
Turkey imported $21.8 million of metal molds (other types) in 2024 (1.5 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 180 countries. The largest suppliers were China (30%), Slovenia (18%), Italy (16%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+363% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $6.6M | 30% |
| Slovenia | $4.0M | 18% |
| Italy | $3.4M | 16% |
| Germany | $2.6M | 12% |
| Romania | $2.1M | 9.6% |
| Spain | $833K | 3.8% |
| Poland | $571K | 2.6% |
| Switzerland | $345K | 1.6% |
| Taiwan | $252K | 1.2% |
| United States | $200K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey metal molds (other types) exports (HS 8480.49): 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 8480.49: Moulds: for metal or metal carbides, other than injection or compression types.
Common questions
What is the value of metal molds (other types) exported by Turkey?
Turkey exported metal molds (other types) worth $64.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 120 countries worldwide, with 10% of world exports. The value was down 22% on 2023.
Which countries buy metal molds (other types) from Turkey?
Germany was the largest buyer with 16% of the value ($10.4 million), followed by Italy (13%) and Russia (9%). The top three together account for 38%, out of 112 buyer countries in total. Kazakhstan grew fastest among the top ten, up 197% on the year.
What is the average export price of metal molds (other types) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $13.46 per kg in 2024, 14% above the world average of $11.77 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of metal molds (other types) from Turkey changed since 2017?
Exports went from $80.3 million in 2017 to $64.0 million in 2024, a fall of 20%. The peak was 2018 at $87.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $71.3 million a year.
Does Turkey also import metal molds (other types)?
Yes. Turkey imported $21.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Slovenia and Italy. On balance Turkey is a net exporter of this product, by about $42.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for metal molds (other types)?
The HS code for metal molds (other types) is subheading 8480.49. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8480 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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