Molybdates imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of molybdates by Turkey reached $4.1 million in 2024 (145 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% 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 | $4.1M | 145 t |
| 2023 | $4.2M | 137 t |
| 2022 | $3.7M | 168 t |
| 2021 | $3.3M | 171 t |
| 2020 | $2.4M | 191 t |
| 2019 | $1.8M | 134 t |
| 2018 | $1.4M | 109 t |
| 2017 | $1.4M | 134 t |
Where Turkey imports molybdates from
Most of the value came from Italy (25%), India (20%), Poland (17%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+66% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $1.1M | 26% |
| India | $832K | 20% |
| Poland | $712K | 17% |
| United States | $620K | 15% |
| Japan | $406K | 9.8% |
| France | $272K | 6.6% |
| Netherlands | $111K | 2.7% |
| Germany | $41K | 1% |
| Belgium | $33K | 0.8% |
| China | $25K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $28.37 per kg, 24% above the world average of $22.80. 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.
Molybdates exports from Turkey
In 2024, Turkey exported molybdates worth $1.0 million (48 tonnes). Most of it went to Spain (37%), Italy (25%), Belgium (19%). Among the main buyer markets, Uzbekistan grew fastest (+253% on the year before).
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The shipment records behind Turkey molybdates imports (HS 2841.70): 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 2841.70: Salts: molybdates.
Common questions
What is the value of molybdates imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported molybdates worth $4.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 145 tonnes. That ranks it 15th of 157 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply molybdates to Turkey?
Italy was the largest supplier with 25% of the value ($1.1 million), followed by India (20%) and Poland (17%). The top three together account for 63%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 66% on the year.
What is the average import price of molybdates per kg?
The average declared import value was about $28.37 per kg in 2024, 24% above the world average of $22.80 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of molybdates to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.4 million in 2017 to $4.1 million in 2024, an increase of 186%. The peak was 2023 at $4.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.8 million a year.
Does Turkey also export molybdates?
Yes. Turkey exported $1.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Spain, Italy and Belgium. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $3.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for molybdates?
The HS code for molybdates is subheading 2841.70. 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 2841 page.
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