Optical fibres and lenses imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
Turkey imported $157.4 million of optical fibres and lenses in 2024 (9.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 12% from 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 | $157.4M | 9.9K t |
| 2023 | $178.5M | 12.0K t |
| 2022 | $189.5M | 10.2K t |
| 2021 | $168.6M | 10.2K t |
| 2020 | $158.3M | 11.1K t |
| 2019 | $167.5M | 10.6K t |
| 2018 | $177.8M | 10.0K t |
| 2017 | $184.2M | 13.4K t |
Where Turkey imports optical fibres and lenses from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 54% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Ireland grew fastest (+42% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $84.6M | 54% |
| United States | $11.6M | 7.4% |
| Ireland | $7.1M | 4.5% |
| South Korea | $6.3M | 4% |
| Thailand | $6.2M | 4% |
| India | $4.1M | 2.6% |
| Philippines | $4.0M | 2.5% |
| Germany | $3.8M | 2.4% |
| United Kingdom | $3.4M | 2.2% |
| Japan | $3.4M | 2.1% |
Product types under HS 9001
| 9001.90 | Optical elements: lenses n.e.c. in heading no. 9001, prisms, mirrors and other optical elements, unmounted, of any material (excluding elements of… | 37% |
| 9001.50 | Lenses, spectacle: unmounted, of materials other than glass | 30% |
| 9001.10 | Optical fibres, optical fibre bundles and cables: excluding those of heading no. 8544 | 17% |
| 9001.30 | Lenses, contact: unmounted, of any material, excluding elements of glass not optically worked | 15% |
| 9001.20 | Optical elements: polarising material, sheets and plates thereof | 0.4% |
| 9001.40 | Lenses, spectacle: unmounted, of glass, excluding elements of glass not optically worked | 0.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 9001.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $15.86 per kg, 77% below the world average of $67.96, 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.
Optical fibres and lenses exports from Turkey
In 2024, Turkey exported optical fibres and lenses worth $13.1 million (99 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Russia (12%), Kenya (8%), Belarus (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 28%. Among the main buyer markets, Cyprus grew fastest (+40% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Russia | $1.6M | 12% |
| Kenya | $1.1M | 8.1% |
| Belarus | $995K | 7.6% |
| Hong Kong | $740K | 5.6% |
| Cyprus | $618K | 4.7% |
| Spain | $452K | 3.4% |
| Czech Republic | $450K | 3.4% |
| Poland | $442K | 3.4% |
| United States | $438K | 3.3% |
| United Kingdom | $434K | 3.3% |
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 9001: Optical fibres and optical fibre bundles; optical fibre cables not of heading no. 8544; sheets, plates of polarising material; lenses, prisms, mirrors, of any material; unmounted; not non optical glass.
Common questions
What is the value of optical fibres and lenses imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported optical fibres and lenses worth $157.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 33rd of 215 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply optical fibres and lenses to Turkey?
China was the largest supplier with 54% of the value ($84.6 million), followed by the United States (7%) and Ireland (4%). The top three together account for 66%, out of 58 supplier countries in total. Ireland grew fastest among the top ten, up 42% on the year.
What is the average import price of optical fibres and lenses per kg?
The average declared import value was about $15.86 per kg in 2024, 77% below the world average of $67.96 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 optical fibres and lenses to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $184.2 million in 2017 to $157.4 million in 2024, a fall of 15%. The peak was 2022 at $189.5 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Turkey also export optical fibres and lenses?
Yes. Turkey exported $13.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Russia, Kenya and Belarus. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $144.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for optical fibres and lenses?
The HS code for optical fibres and lenses is heading 9001. In Turkey the largest six-digit codes were 9001.90 (37% of the value) and 9001.50 (30%). 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 9001 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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