Paper finishing agent imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
Turkey imported $17.7 million of paper finishing agent in 2024 (9.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 27% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average.
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 | $17.7M | 9.0K t |
| 2023 | $14.0M | 7.4K t |
| 2022 | $12.5M | 7.0K t |
| 2021 | $9.8M | 5.8K t |
| 2020 | $10.3M | 5.5K t |
| 2019 | $10.6M | 6.5K t |
| 2018 | $9.0M | 6.3K t |
| 2017 | $8.8M | 6.8K t |
Where Turkey imports paper finishing agent from
Most of the value came from Germany (23%), Italy (20%), United States (10%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+108% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $4.0M | 23% |
| Italy | $3.6M | 20% |
| United States | $1.8M | 10% |
| Austria | $1.6M | 9.2% |
| United Kingdom | $1.6M | 9.1% |
| Spain | $1.3M | 7.3% |
| France | $756K | 4.3% |
| Czech Republic | $554K | 3.1% |
| Belgium | $455K | 2.6% |
| China | $404K | 2.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.97 per kg, 89% above the world average of $1.04. 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.
Paper finishing agent exports from Turkey
Exports of paper finishing agent by Turkey reached $13.9 million in 2024 (13.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Poland (24%), Russia (20%), Ecuador (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Kazakhstan grew fastest (+389% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Poland | $3.3M | 24% |
| Russia | $2.8M | 20% |
| Ecuador | $1.9M | 14% |
| Egypt | $1.2M | 8.4% |
| Romania | $1.1M | 7.7% |
| Iran | $551K | 4% |
| China | $513K | 3.7% |
| Kazakhstan | $331K | 2.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $315K | 2.3% |
| Greece | $304K | 2.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey paper finishing agent imports (HS 3809.92): 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 3809.92: Finishing agents and dye carriers: to accelerate dyeing or fixing of dye-stuffs, other products and preparations, used in the paper industry (excluding those with a basis of amylaceous substances).
Common questions
What is the value of paper finishing agent imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported paper finishing agent worth $17.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 17th of 160 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 27% on 2023.
Which countries supply paper finishing agent to Turkey?
Germany was the largest supplier with 23% of the value ($4.0 million), followed by Italy (20%) and the United States (10%). The top three together account for 53%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 108% on the year.
What is the average import price of paper finishing agent per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.97 per kg in 2024, 89% above the world average of $1.04 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of paper finishing agent to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.8 million in 2017 to $17.7 million in 2024, an increase of 101%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $11.6 million a year.
Does Turkey also export paper finishing agent?
Yes. Turkey exported $13.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Poland, Russia and Ecuador. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $3.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for paper finishing agent?
The HS code for paper finishing agent is subheading 3809.92. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3809 page.
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