Petroleum jelly exports from Turkey: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Turkey exported petroleum jelly worth $11.2 million (7.4 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 120 countries. Value rose 16% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 32% a year on average.
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 | $11.2M | 7.4K t |
| 2023 | $9.6M | 5.7K t |
| 2022 | $4.7M | 2.8K t |
| 2021 | $4.3M | 3.4K t |
| 2020 | $4.7M | 7.0K t |
| 2019 | $5.4M | 8.5K t |
| 2018 | $8.8M | 5.0K t |
| 2017 | $1.6M | 955 t |
Where Turkey exports petroleum jelly to
Most of it went to Nigeria (44%), Cote d'Ivoire (16%), Algeria (6%). Among the main buyer markets, Ukraine grew fastest (+225% on the year before).
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.52 per kg, 24% below the world average of $2.01, 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.
Petroleum jelly imports to Turkey
Turkey imported $8.1 million of petroleum jelly in 2024 (5.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. The largest suppliers were Iran (49%), Germany (20%), Netherlands (18%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Iran | $4.0M | 49% |
| Germany | $1.6M | 20% |
| Netherlands | $1.5M | 18% |
| India | $656K | 8.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $249K | 3.1% |
| United Kingdom | $25K | 0.3% |
| United States | $24K | 0.3% |
| Hungary | $22K | 0.3% |
| Italy | $18K | 0.2% |
| Georgia | $15K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey petroleum jelly exports (HS 2712.10): 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 2712.10: Petroleum jelly.
Common questions
What is the value of petroleum jelly exported by Turkey?
Turkey exported petroleum jelly worth $11.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 120 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was up 16% on 2023.
Which countries buy petroleum jelly from Turkey?
Nigeria was the largest buyer with 44% of the value ($4.9 million), followed by Cote d'Ivoire (16%) and Algeria (6%). The top three together account for 66%, out of 69 buyer countries in total. Ukraine grew fastest among the top ten, up 225% on the year.
What is the average export price of petroleum jelly per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.52 per kg in 2024, 24% below the world average of $2.01 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of petroleum jelly from Turkey changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1.6 million in 2017 to $11.2 million in 2024, an increase of 580%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $6.3 million a year.
Does Turkey also import petroleum jelly?
Yes. Turkey imported $8.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Iran, Germany and the Netherlands. On balance Turkey is a net exporter of this product, by about $3.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for petroleum jelly?
The HS code for petroleum jelly is subheading 2712.10. It sits in HS chapter 27 (mineral fuels, mineral oils and products of their distillation; bituminous substances; mineral waxes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2712 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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