Photographic emulsion imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Turkey imported photographic emulsion worth $2.2 million (241 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 7% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $3.2 million.
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 | $2.2M | 241 t |
| 2023 | $2.4M | 283 t |
| 2022 | $2.8M | 370 t |
| 2021 | $3.2M | 429 t |
| 2020 | $2.9M | 370 t |
| 2019 | $3.0M | 435 t |
| 2018 | $2.9M | 392 t |
| 2017 | $2.7M | 332 t |
Where Turkey imports photographic emulsion from
The largest suppliers were Italy (49%), Germany (27%), United States (8%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $1.1M | 49% |
| Germany | $586K | 27% |
| United States | $169K | 7.8% |
| Netherlands | $71K | 3.3% |
| China | $70K | 3.2% |
| Singapore | $59K | 2.7% |
| Spain | $45K | 2.1% |
| Japan | $32K | 1.5% |
| France | $25K | 1.1% |
| United Kingdom | $21K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.04 per kg, 52% below the world average of $18.99, 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.
Photographic emulsion exports from Turkey
In 2024, Turkey exported photographic emulsion worth $373 thousand (38 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Uzbekistan (41%), Russia (17%), Egypt (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Iraq grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey photographic emulsion imports (HS 3707.10): 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 3707.10: Photographic goods: sensitised emulsions, put up in measured portions or put up for retail sale in a form ready for use.
Common questions
What is the value of photographic emulsion imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported photographic emulsion worth $2.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 241 tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 160 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply photographic emulsion to Turkey?
Italy was the largest supplier with 49% of the value ($1.1 million), followed by Germany (27%) and the United States (8%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 211% on the year.
What is the average import price of photographic emulsion per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.04 per kg in 2024, 52% below the world average of $18.99 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of photographic emulsion to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.7 million in 2017 to $2.2 million in 2024, a fall of 18%. The peak was 2021 at $3.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.7 million a year.
Does Turkey also export photographic emulsion?
Yes. Turkey exported $373 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Uzbekistan, Russia and Egypt. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $1.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for photographic emulsion?
The HS code for photographic emulsion is subheading 3707.10. It sits in HS chapter 37 (photographic or cinematographic goods). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3707 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
Shipment-level records for Turkey reach EximDataX from a direct customs feed, with company names, dates and declared values. We can show them for your product on a short call.
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