Paraffin wax imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Turkey imported paraffin wax worth $218.7 million (161.9 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 208 countries. Value rose 12% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% 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 | $218.7M | 161.9K t |
| 2023 | $194.7M | 134.2K t |
| 2022 | $203.4M | 103.1K t |
| 2021 | $147.0M | 83.8K t |
| 2020 | $104.5M | 71.9K t |
| 2019 | $84.2M | 50.8K t |
| 2018 | $103.1M | 54.5K t |
| 2017 | $99.6M | 44.4K t |
Where Turkey imports paraffin wax from
The largest suppliers were China (35%), South Korea (22%), Germany (11%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+43% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $76.5M | 35% |
| South Korea | $47.1M | 22% |
| Germany | $24.5M | 11% |
| Russia | $18.0M | 8.2% |
| Iran | $9.4M | 4.3% |
| United States | $8.9M | 4.1% |
| Denmark | $6.3M | 2.9% |
| Poland | $3.6M | 1.7% |
| Malaysia | $3.2M | 1.5% |
| United Kingdom | $3.2M | 1.5% |
Product types under HS 3404
| 3404.20 | Waxes: artificial and prepared, of poly(oxyethylene) (polyethylene glycol) | 64% |
| 3404.90 | Waxes: artificial and prepared, other than of polyethylene glycol | 36% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3404.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.35 per kg, 42% below the world average of $2.33, 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.
Paraffin wax exports from Turkey
Turkey exported $14.4 million of paraffin wax in 2024 (4.4 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were United States (15%), Egypt (13%), Russia (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 39%. Among the main buyer markets, Kazakhstan grew fastest (+371% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $2.1M | 15% |
| Egypt | $1.8M | 13% |
| Russia | $1.6M | 11% |
| Iran | $1.6M | 11% |
| France | $526K | 3.7% |
| Kazakhstan | $411K | 2.9% |
| Austria | $393K | 2.7% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $390K | 2.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $370K | 2.6% |
| Germany | $360K | 2.5% |
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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Updated weekly on EximDataX (some markets daily), while public statistics stop at 2024.
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 3404: Waxes; artificial, prepared.
Common questions
What is the value of paraffin wax imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported paraffin wax worth $218.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 161.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 208 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was up 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply paraffin wax to Turkey?
China was the largest supplier with 35% of the value ($76.5 million), followed by South Korea (22%) and Germany (11%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 54 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 279% on the year.
What is the average import price of paraffin wax per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.35 per kg in 2024, 42% below the world average of $2.33 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 paraffin wax to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $99.6 million in 2017 to $218.7 million in 2024, an increase of 120%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Turkey also export paraffin wax?
Yes. Turkey exported $14.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Egypt and Russia. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $204.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for paraffin wax?
The HS code for paraffin wax is heading 3404. In Turkey the largest six-digit codes were 3404.20 (64% of the value) and 3404.90 (36%). It sits in HS chapter 34 (soap, organic surface-active agents; washing, lubricating, polishing or scouring preparations; artificial or prepared waxes, candles and similar articles, modelling pastes, dental waxes and dental preparations with a basis of plaster). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3404 page.
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