Molybdenum oxide and hydroxide imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
Turkey imported $10.5 million of molybdenum oxide and hydroxide in 2024 (322 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 4% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 41% 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 | $10.5M | 323 t |
| 2023 | $10.1M | 313 t |
| 2022 | $9.4M | 381 t |
| 2021 | $930K | 42 t |
| 2020 | $2.7M | 254 t |
| 2019 | $11.3M | 911 t |
| 2018 | $7.5M | 541 t |
| 2017 | $970K | 63 t |
Where Turkey imports molybdenum oxide and hydroxide from
The largest suppliers were Hungary (38%), United States (38%), Iran (12%). Among the main suppliers, Chile grew fastest (+194% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hungary | $4.0M | 38% |
| United States | $4.0M | 38% |
| Iran | $1.3M | 12% |
| Slovakia | $807K | 7.7% |
| Chile | $284K | 2.7% |
| Italy | $105K | 1% |
| China | $94K | 0.9% |
| Germany | $4K | 0% |
| India | $0K | 0% |
| Belgium | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $32.56 per kg, close to the world average of $28.33.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Molybdenum oxide and hydroxide exports from Turkey
In 2024, Turkey exported molybdenum oxide and hydroxide worth $1.3 million (42 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: India accounted for 99% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $1.3M | 99% |
| Algeria | $11K | 0.8% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
| France | $0K | 0% |
| Serbia | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey molybdenum oxide and hydroxide imports (HS 2825.70): 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 2825.70: Molybdenum oxides and hydroxides.
Common questions
What is the value of molybdenum oxide and hydroxide imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported molybdenum oxide and hydroxide worth $10.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 322 tonnes. That ranks it 18th of 86 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply molybdenum oxide and hydroxide to Turkey?
Hungary was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($4.0 million), followed by the United States (38%) and Iran (12%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 564% on the year.
What is the average import price of molybdenum oxide and hydroxide per kg?
The average declared import value was about $32.56 per kg in 2024, 15% above the world average of $28.33 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of molybdenum oxide and hydroxide to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $970 thousand in 2017 to $10.5 million in 2024, an increase of 982%. The peak was 2019 at $11.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.7 million a year.
Does Turkey also export molybdenum oxide and hydroxide?
Yes. Turkey exported $1.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to India, Algeria and the Netherlands. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $9.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for molybdenum oxide and hydroxide?
The HS code for molybdenum oxide and hydroxide is subheading 2825.70. 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 2825 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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