Molybdenum products imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Turkey imported molybdenum products worth $5.5 million (59 tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 22% 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 | $5.5M | 59 t |
| 2023 | $5.5M | 54 t |
| 2022 | $3.4M | 66 t |
| 2021 | $3.0M | 50 t |
| 2020 | $3.5M | 55 t |
| 2019 | $1.9M | 26 t |
| 2018 | $1.5M | 25 t |
| 2017 | $1.4M | 26 t |
Where Turkey imports molybdenum products from
The largest suppliers were Austria (39%), China (21%), Germany (12%). Among the main suppliers, Uzbekistan grew fastest (+656% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Austria | $2.1M | 39% |
| China | $1.2M | 22% |
| Germany | $691K | 13% |
| Uzbekistan | $524K | 9.4% |
| Netherlands | $364K | 6.6% |
| United States | $286K | 5.2% |
| Italy | $231K | 4.2% |
| United Kingdom | $67K | 1.2% |
| France | $20K | 0.4% |
| Sweden | $19K | 0.4% |
Product types under HS 8102
| 8102.96 | Molybdenum: wire | 45% |
| 8102.99 | Molybdenum: articles n.e.c. in heading no. 8102 | 24% |
| 8102.94 | Molybdenum: unwrought, including bars and rods obtained simply by sintering | 17% |
| 8102.95 | Molybdenum: bars and rods, other than those obtained simply by sintering, profiles, plates, sheets, strip and foil | 13% |
| 8102.10 | Molybdenum: articles thereof, including waste and scrap, powders | 1.9% |
| 8102.97 | Molybdenum: waste and scrap | 0.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8102.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $93.57 per kg, 222% above the world average of $29.03. 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.
Molybdenum products exports from Turkey
Exports of molybdenum products by Turkey reached $711 thousand in 2024 (22 tonnes). Belgium alone took 74% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $524K | 74% |
| Germany | $94K | 13% |
| Spain | $40K | 5.6% |
| United Kingdom | $25K | 3.5% |
| Japan | $15K | 2.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $9K | 1.3% |
| Poland | $2K | 0.3% |
| Denmark | $1K | 0.2% |
| Russia | $1K | 0.1% |
| France | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
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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 8102: Molybdenum; articles thereof, including waste and scrap.
Common questions
What is the value of molybdenum products imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported molybdenum products worth $5.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 59 tonnes. That ranks it 27th of 132 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply molybdenum products to Turkey?
Austria was the largest supplier with 39% of the value ($2.1 million), followed by China (21%) and Germany (12%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. Uzbekistan grew fastest among the top ten, up 656% on the year.
What is the average import price of molybdenum products per kg?
The average declared import value was about $93.57 per kg in 2024, 222% above the world average of $29.03 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have imports of molybdenum products to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.4 million in 2017 to $5.5 million in 2024, an increase of 306%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Turkey also export molybdenum products?
Yes. Turkey exported $711 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Belgium, Germany and Spain. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $4.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for molybdenum products?
The HS code for molybdenum products is heading 8102. In Turkey the largest six-digit codes were 8102.96 (45% of the value) and 8102.99 (24%). It sits in HS chapter 81 (metals; n.e.c., cermets and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8102 page.
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