Nickel scrap exports from Turkey: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Turkey exported nickel scrap worth $12.5 million (1.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Value rose 16% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $12.5M | 1.3K t |
| 2023 | $10.7M | 1.3K t |
| 2022 | $8.5M | 906 t |
| 2021 | $11.3M | 1.5K t |
| 2020 | $7.0M | 1.3K t |
| 2019 | $10.1M | 1.8K t |
| 2018 | $8.2M | 1.3K t |
| 2017 | $6.9M | 1.3K t |
Where Turkey exports nickel scrap to
Most of it went to United States (34%), United Kingdom (22%), Japan (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Spain grew fastest (+774% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $4.2M | 34% |
| United Kingdom | $2.8M | 22% |
| Japan | $1.8M | 15% |
| Germany | $980K | 7.9% |
| France | $856K | 6.9% |
| Netherlands | $669K | 5.4% |
| Spain | $333K | 2.7% |
| South Korea | $277K | 2.2% |
| China | $268K | 2.1% |
| India | $182K | 1.5% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.89 per kg, 54% above the world average of $6.43. 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.
Nickel scrap imports to Turkey
Imports of nickel scrap by Turkey reached $2.8 million in 2024 (315 tonnes). The largest suppliers were Switzerland (50%), United Kingdom (21%), Germany (11%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+522% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $1.4M | 50% |
| United Kingdom | $570K | 21% |
| Germany | $313K | 11% |
| United Arab Emirates | $295K | 11% |
| Malaysia | $82K | 3% |
| Greece | $80K | 2.9% |
| Canada | $16K | 0.6% |
| Georgia | $13K | 0.5% |
| Iran | $12K | 0.5% |
| Norway | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
Public statistics stop at country totals and the last published year. EximDataX shows the shipment records underneath: the companies, dates, quantities and declared values, updated weekly.
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Updated weekly on EximDataX (some markets daily), while public statistics stop at 2024.
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 7503: Nickel; waste and scrap.
Common questions
What is the value of nickel scrap exported by Turkey?
Turkey exported nickel scrap worth $12.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 23rd of 99 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 16% on 2023.
Which countries buy nickel scrap from Turkey?
The United States was the largest buyer with 34% of the value ($4.2 million), followed by the United Kingdom (22%) and Japan (15%). The top three together account for 71%, out of 12 buyer countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 774% on the year.
What is the average export price of nickel scrap per kg?
The average declared export value was about $9.89 per kg in 2024, 54% above the world average of $6.43 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 exports of nickel scrap from Turkey changed since 2017?
Exports went from $6.9 million in 2017 to $12.5 million in 2024, an increase of 81%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Turkey also import nickel scrap?
Yes. Turkey imported $2.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Switzerland, the United Kingdom and Germany. On balance Turkey is a net exporter of this product, by about $9.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for nickel scrap?
The HS code for nickel scrap is heading 7503. In Turkey all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 7503.00. It sits in HS chapter 75 (nickel and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7503 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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