Objective lenses (other) imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of objective lenses (other) by Turkey reached $10.9 million in 2024 (15 tonnes). Value fell 22% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $18.0 million.
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 | $10.9M | 15 t |
| 2023 | $13.9M | 10 t |
| 2022 | $11.5M | 16 t |
| 2021 | $18.0M | 23 t |
| 2020 | $9.8M | 9 t |
| 2019 | $17.0M | 14 t |
| 2018 | $17.4M | 16 t |
| 2017 | $10.6M | 9 t |
Where Turkey imports objective lenses (other) from
Most of the value came from China (33%), Bulgaria (26%), Israel (19%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+185% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.5M | 33% |
| Bulgaria | $2.9M | 26% |
| Israel | $2.1M | 19% |
| Germany | $1.1M | 10% |
| United States | $377K | 3.5% |
| Japan | $352K | 3.2% |
| Switzerland | $81K | 0.7% |
| Singapore | $77K | 0.7% |
| Belgium | $70K | 0.6% |
| Slovakia | $34K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $710.29 per kg, close to the world average of $884.22.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Objective lenses (other) exports from Turkey
Turkey exported $758 thousand of objective lenses (other) in 2024 (1 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Pakistan (47%), Luxembourg (23%), China (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Luxembourg grew fastest (+195% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | $353K | 47% |
| Luxembourg | $176K | 23% |
| China | $64K | 8.5% |
| Qatar | $30K | 4% |
| United States | $25K | 3.3% |
| Germany | $16K | 2.1% |
| Tunisia | $14K | 1.9% |
| Kazakhstan | $10K | 1.4% |
| Iran | $10K | 1.3% |
| Spain | $9K | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey objective lenses (other) imports (HS 9002.19): 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 9002.19: Lenses: objective, (other than for cameras, projectors or photographic enlargers or reducers), mounted, of any material (excluding elements of glass not optically worked).
Common questions
What is the value of objective lenses (other) imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported objective lenses (other) worth $10.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 15 tonnes. That ranks it 30th of 189 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 22% on 2023.
Which countries supply objective lenses (other) to Turkey?
China was the largest supplier with 33% of the value ($3.5 million), followed by Bulgaria (26%) and Israel (19%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 38 supplier countries in total. Slovakia grew fastest among the top ten, up 566% on the year.
What is the average import price of objective lenses (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $710.29 per kg in 2024, 20% below the world average of $884.22 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of objective lenses (other) to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.6 million in 2017 to $10.9 million in 2024, an increase of 2%. The peak was 2021 at $18.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $13.6 million a year.
Does Turkey also export objective lenses (other)?
Yes. Turkey exported $758 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Pakistan, Luxembourg and China. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $10.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for objective lenses (other)?
The HS code for objective lenses (other) is subheading 9002.19. 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 9002 page.
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