Opium alkaloids exports from Turkey: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Turkey exported opium alkaloids worth $12.4 million (98 tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 50 countries. Value fell 9% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $18.6 million.
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 | $12.4M | 98 t |
| 2023 | $13.7M | 111 t |
| 2022 | $6.9M | 48 t |
| 2021 | $2.7M | 9 t |
| 2020 | $6.8M | 24 t |
| 2019 | $11.8M | 40 t |
| 2018 | $9.3M | 26 t |
| 2017 | $18.6M | 44 t |
Where Turkey exports opium alkaloids to
The largest buyer markets were Spain (37%), Norway (31%), United States (11%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $4.6M | 37% |
| Norway | $3.8M | 31% |
| United States | $1.4M | 11% |
| Japan | $1.3M | 10% |
| Brazil | $546K | 4.4% |
| Sri Lanka | $147K | 1.2% |
| Switzerland | $96K | 0.8% |
| Germany | $67K | 0.5% |
| Guatemala | $64K | 0.5% |
| El Salvador | $61K | 0.5% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $126.39 per kg, 74% below the world average of $485.56, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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The shipment records behind Turkey opium alkaloids exports (HS 2939.11): 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 2939.11: Alkaloids: of opium and their derivatives: salts thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of opium alkaloids exported by Turkey?
Turkey exported opium alkaloids worth $12.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 98 tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 50 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was down 9% on 2023.
Which countries buy opium alkaloids from Turkey?
Spain was the largest buyer with 37% of the value ($4.6 million), followed by Norway (31%) and the United States (11%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 25 buyer countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 282% on the year.
What is the average export price of opium alkaloids per kg?
The average declared export value was about $126.39 per kg in 2024, 74% below the world average of $485.56 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of opium alkaloids from Turkey changed since 2017?
Exports went from $18.6 million in 2017 to $12.4 million in 2024, a fall of 33%. The peak was 2017 at $18.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $10.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for opium alkaloids?
The HS code for opium alkaloids is subheading 2939.11. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2939 page.
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