Non-optical microscopes imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
Turkey imported $8.4 million of non-optical microscopes in 2024 (26 tonnes). That is 19% more than in 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 | $8.4M | 26 t |
| 2023 | $7.1M | 21 t |
| 2022 | $3.8M | 19 t |
| 2021 | $4.2M | 23 t |
| 2020 | $7.7M | 36 t |
| 2019 | $7.0M | 24 t |
| 2018 | $6.1M | 21 t |
| 2017 | $6.0M | 38 t |
Where Turkey imports non-optical microscopes from
Most of the value came from Netherlands (33%), Czech Republic (30%), Germany (15%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+438% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $2.8M | 33% |
| Czech Republic | $2.5M | 30% |
| Germany | $1.3M | 15% |
| Japan | $449K | 5.3% |
| United States | $341K | 4.1% |
| United Kingdom | $289K | 3.4% |
| South Korea | $193K | 2.3% |
| Switzerland | $153K | 1.8% |
| Spain | $100K | 1.2% |
| China | $56K | 0.7% |
Product types under HS 9012
| 9012.10 | Microscopes (excluding optical microscopes): diffraction apparatus | 88% |
| 9012.90 | Microscopes (excluding optical microscopes): diffraction apparatus: parts and accessories | 12% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 9012.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $328.60 per kg, close to the world average of $299.54.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Non-optical microscopes exports from Turkey
In 2024, Turkey exported non-optical microscopes worth $3.4 million (22 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Israel accounted for 62% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, South Korea grew fastest (+129% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Israel | $2.1M | 62% |
| United Kingdom | $238K | 7% |
| Georgia | $200K | 5.9% |
| Denmark | $183K | 5.4% |
| South Korea | $182K | 5.4% |
| Kyrgyzstan | $105K | 3.1% |
| Netherlands | $101K | 3% |
| Belgium | $48K | 1.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $38K | 1.1% |
| China | $25K | 0.7% |
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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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 9012: Microscopes (excluding optical microscopes); diffraction apparatus.
Common questions
What is the value of non-optical microscopes imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported non-optical microscopes worth $8.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 26 tonnes. That ranks it 35th of 174 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 19% on 2023.
Which countries supply non-optical microscopes to Turkey?
The Netherlands was the largest supplier with 33% of the value ($2.8 million), followed by the Czech Republic (30%) and Germany (15%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 438% on the year.
What is the average import price of non-optical microscopes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $328.60 per kg in 2024, 10% above the world average of $299.54 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 non-optical microscopes to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.0 million in 2017 to $8.4 million in 2024, an increase of 40%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Turkey also export non-optical microscopes?
Yes. Turkey exported $3.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Israel, the United Kingdom and Georgia. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $5.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for non-optical microscopes?
The HS code for non-optical microscopes is heading 9012. In Turkey the largest six-digit codes were 9012.10 (88% of the value) and 9012.90 (12%). It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9012 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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