Phthalate esters (other) imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of phthalate esters (other) by Turkey reached $7.5 million in 2024 (5.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 6% more than in 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 | $7.5M | 5.8K t |
| 2023 | $7.1M | 5.1K t |
| 2022 | $7.6M | 4.6K t |
| 2021 | $6.4M | 4.5K t |
| 2020 | $5.3M | 4.4K t |
| 2019 | $4.2M | 3.3K t |
| 2018 | $3.8M | 3.1K t |
| 2017 | $4.5M | 3.7K t |
Where Turkey imports phthalate esters (other) from
India alone supplied 63% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+86% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $4.7M | 63% |
| China | $2.2M | 30% |
| South Korea | $267K | 3.5% |
| United States | $101K | 1.3% |
| Italy | $80K | 1.1% |
| Qatar | $69K | 0.9% |
| Mexico | $16K | 0.2% |
| Germany | $15K | 0.2% |
| Spain | $15K | 0.2% |
| Japan | $6K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.30 per kg, 37% below the world average of $2.06, 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.
Phthalate esters (other) exports from Turkey
In 2024, Turkey exported phthalate esters (other) worth $480 thousand (189 tonnes). Most of it went to Austria (20%), United States (16%), Russia (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 48%. Among the main buyer markets, Serbia grew fastest (+140% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Austria | $94K | 20% |
| United States | $75K | 16% |
| Russia | $59K | 12% |
| Serbia | $45K | 9.3% |
| Spain | $40K | 8.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $29K | 6.1% |
| Bosnia Herzegovina | $27K | 5.7% |
| Switzerland | $21K | 4.4% |
| Tunisia | $21K | 4.4% |
| Bulgaria | $17K | 3.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey phthalate esters (other) imports (HS 2917.34): 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 2917.34: Acids: aromatic polycarboxylic acids: other esters of orthophthalic acids.
Common questions
What is the value of phthalate esters (other) imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported phthalate esters (other) worth $7.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 15th of 137 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply phthalate esters (other) to Turkey?
India was the largest supplier with 63% of the value ($4.7 million), followed by China (30%) and South Korea (4%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 148% on the year.
What is the average import price of phthalate esters (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.30 per kg in 2024, 37% below the world average of $2.06 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of phthalate esters (other) to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.5 million in 2017 to $7.5 million in 2024, an increase of 69%. The peak was 2022 at $7.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.8 million a year.
Does Turkey also export phthalate esters (other)?
Yes. Turkey exported $480 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Austria, the United States and Russia. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $7.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for phthalate esters (other)?
The HS code for phthalate esters (other) is subheading 2917.34. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2917 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Turkey. Tell us your product to see it live.
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