Mica sheets and plates imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Turkey imported mica sheets and plates worth $5.4 million (859 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value rose 5% on 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 | $5.4M | 859 t |
| 2023 | $5.2M | 778 t |
| 2022 | $5.9M | 939 t |
| 2021 | $5.9M | 900 t |
| 2020 | $5.6M | 760 t |
| 2019 | $5.6M | 797 t |
| 2018 | $5.6M | 696 t |
| 2017 | $6.6M | 774 t |
Where Turkey imports mica sheets and plates from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 74% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Vietnam grew fastest (+42% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.0M | 74% |
| Vietnam | $690K | 13% |
| Russia | $159K | 2.9% |
| Germany | $152K | 2.8% |
| Switzerland | $121K | 2.2% |
| United States | $78K | 1.4% |
| Austria | $51K | 0.9% |
| India | $44K | 0.8% |
| United Kingdom | $31K | 0.6% |
| Czech Republic | $29K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.31 per kg, 33% below the world average of $9.48, 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.
Mica sheets and plates exports from Turkey
Turkey exported $615 thousand of mica sheets and plates in 2024 (43 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Latvia (25%), Ukraine (9%), United Kingdom (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 43%. Among the main buyer markets, Ukraine grew fastest (+471% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Latvia | $154K | 25% |
| Ukraine | $57K | 9.2% |
| United Kingdom | $56K | 9.2% |
| Kazakhstan | $53K | 8.6% |
| Poland | $50K | 8.2% |
| Uzbekistan | $42K | 6.9% |
| Russia | $39K | 6.3% |
| Italy | $31K | 5.1% |
| Georgia | $31K | 5% |
| Iran | $30K | 4.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey mica sheets and plates imports (HS 6814.10): 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 6814.10: Mica: plates, sheets and strips of agglomerated or reconstituted mica, whether or not on a support of paper, paperboard or other materials.
Common questions
What is the value of mica sheets and plates imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported mica sheets and plates worth $5.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 859 tonnes. That ranks it 19th of 161 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply mica sheets and plates to Turkey?
China was the largest supplier with 74% of the value ($4.0 million), followed by Vietnam (13%) and Russia (3%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. Vietnam grew fastest among the top ten, up 42% on the year.
What is the average import price of mica sheets and plates per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.31 per kg in 2024, 33% below the world average of $9.48 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of mica sheets and plates to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.6 million in 2017 to $5.4 million in 2024, a fall of 17%. The peak was 2017 at $6.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.7 million a year.
Does Turkey also export mica sheets and plates?
Yes. Turkey exported $615 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Latvia, Ukraine and the United Kingdom. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $4.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for mica sheets and plates?
The HS code for mica sheets and plates is subheading 6814.10. It sits in HS chapter 68 (stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica or similar materials; articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6814 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Turkey. Tell us your product to see it live.
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