Mineral-based clutch friction material imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
Turkey imported $33.9 million of mineral-based clutch friction material in 2024 (1.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 192 countries. Value rose 12% 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 | $33.9M | 1.7K t |
| 2023 | $30.3M | 1.6K t |
| 2022 | $25.7M | 1.5K t |
| 2021 | $26.6M | 1.4K t |
| 2020 | $20.2M | 1.1K t |
| 2019 | $20.2M | 1.0K t |
| 2018 | $22.1M | 1.2K t |
| 2017 | $25.2M | 1.2K t |
Where Turkey imports mineral-based clutch friction material from
France alone supplied 61% of it. Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+129% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $20.8M | 61% |
| India | $4.0M | 12% |
| China | $3.1M | 9.1% |
| Morocco | $2.5M | 7.5% |
| Germany | $1.9M | 5.6% |
| Austria | $918K | 2.7% |
| Spain | $403K | 1.2% |
| Italy | $72K | 0.2% |
| United States | $45K | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | $41K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $19.83 per kg, 55% above the world average of $12.83. 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.
Mineral-based clutch friction material exports from Turkey
Turkey exported $494 thousand of mineral-based clutch friction material in 2024 (50 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Kazakhstan (20%), Algeria (17%), Russia (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 45%. Among the main buyer markets, Israel grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kazakhstan | $99K | 20% |
| Algeria | $86K | 17% |
| Russia | $37K | 7.5% |
| Iran | $27K | 5.5% |
| Uzbekistan | $22K | 4.5% |
| Israel | $20K | 4.1% |
| Bahamas | $14K | 2.8% |
| Saudi Arabia | $13K | 2.7% |
| Kenya | $13K | 2.6% |
| South Africa | $12K | 2.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey mineral-based clutch friction material imports (HS 6813.89): 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 6813.89: Friction material and articles thereof (e.g. sheets, rolls, strips, segments, discs, washers, pads) not mounted: for clutches or the like (not brake linings and pads), with a basis of mineral substances or cellulose (other than asbestos).
Common questions
What is the value of mineral-based clutch friction material imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported mineral-based clutch friction material worth $33.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 192 countries worldwide, with 6% of world imports. The value was up 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply mineral-based clutch friction material to Turkey?
France was the largest supplier with 61% of the value ($20.8 million), followed by India (12%) and China (9%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 33 supplier countries in total. Lithuania grew fastest among the top ten, up 311% on the year.
What is the average import price of mineral-based clutch friction material per kg?
The average declared import value was about $19.83 per kg in 2024, 55% above the world average of $12.83 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of mineral-based clutch friction material to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $25.2 million in 2017 to $33.9 million in 2024, an increase of 35%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $25.5 million a year.
Does Turkey also export mineral-based clutch friction material?
Yes. Turkey exported $494 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kazakhstan, Algeria and Russia. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $33.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for mineral-based clutch friction material?
The HS code for mineral-based clutch friction material is subheading 6813.89. 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 6813 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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