Metal oxides and hydroxides (other) imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Turkey imported metal oxides and hydroxides (other) worth $23.3 million (1.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 10th of 166 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 8% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% a year on average.
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 | $23.3M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $21.7M | 1.3K t |
| 2022 | $18.6M | 1.3K t |
| 2021 | $1.6M | 765 t |
| 2020 | $7.5M | 887 t |
| 2019 | $15.4M | 1.3K t |
| 2018 | $16.2M | 1.7K t |
| 2017 | $9.0M | 1.8K t |
Where Turkey imports metal oxides and hydroxides (other) from
One supplier dominates: Germany accounted for 74% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+64% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $17.3M | 74% |
| China | $4.9M | 21% |
| United States | $403K | 1.7% |
| Canada | $140K | 0.6% |
| Italy | $127K | 0.5% |
| Kyrgyzstan | $78K | 0.3% |
| United Kingdom | $67K | 0.3% |
| Spain | $53K | 0.2% |
| Ukraine | $43K | 0.2% |
| Slovenia | $42K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $19.26 per kg, 756% above the world average of $2.25. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Metal oxides and hydroxides (other) exports from Turkey
Turkey exported $9.6 million of metal oxides and hydroxides (other) in 2024 (23.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. One buyer market dominates: United States accounted for 54% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Brazil grew fastest (+273% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $5.2M | 54% |
| Palestine | $984K | 10% |
| Brazil | $653K | 6.8% |
| India | $523K | 5.5% |
| Jordan | $517K | 5.4% |
| Russia | $354K | 3.7% |
| Bulgaria | $162K | 1.7% |
| Israel | $147K | 1.5% |
| China | $99K | 1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $95K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey metal oxides and hydroxides (other) imports (HS 2825.90): 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 2825.90: Inorganic bases, metal oxides, hydroxides and peroxides: n.e.c. in heading no. 2825.
Common questions
What is the value of metal oxides and hydroxides (other) imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported metal oxides and hydroxides (other) worth $23.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 166 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply metal oxides and hydroxides (other) to Turkey?
Germany was the largest supplier with 74% of the value ($17.3 million), followed by China (21%) and the United States (2%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 28 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 118% on the year.
What is the average import price of metal oxides and hydroxides (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $19.26 per kg in 2024, 756% above the world average of $2.25 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of metal oxides and hydroxides (other) to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.0 million in 2017 to $23.3 million in 2024, an increase of 158%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $14.2 million a year.
Does Turkey also export metal oxides and hydroxides (other)?
Yes. Turkey exported $9.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Palestine and Brazil. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $13.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for metal oxides and hydroxides (other)?
The HS code for metal oxides and hydroxides (other) is subheading 2825.90. It sits in HS chapter 28 (inorganic chemicals; organic and inorganic compounds of precious metals; of rare earth metals, of radio-active elements and of isotopes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2825 page.
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