Plastic bottles and carboys exports from Turkey: data, top buyers and prices
Turkey exported $197.1 million of plastic bottles and carboys in 2024 (100.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. Value fell 6% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $197.1M | 100.8K t |
| 2023 | $210.8M | 92.0K t |
| 2022 | $234.6M | 104.0K t |
| 2021 | $207.5M | 106.3K t |
| 2020 | $200.6M | 112.0K t |
| 2019 | $217.9M | 125.3K t |
| 2018 | $237.5M | 116.7K t |
| 2017 | $195.2M | 110.6K t |
Where Turkey exports plastic bottles and carboys to
The largest buyer markets were United States (9%), Iraq (9%), Jamaica (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 25%.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $18.5M | 9.4% |
| Iraq | $17.5M | 8.9% |
| Jamaica | $14.0M | 7.1% |
| United Kingdom | $12.1M | 6.1% |
| Libya | $8.6M | 4.4% |
| Georgia | $8.5M | 4.3% |
| Syria | $6.9M | 3.5% |
| Malta | $6.4M | 3.2% |
| Romania | $5.3M | 2.7% |
| Israel | $4.9M | 2.5% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.96 per kg, 48% below the world average of $3.80, 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.
Plastic bottles and carboys imports to Turkey
Turkey imported $39.9 million of plastic bottles and carboys in 2024 (6.6 thousand tonnes). Most of the value came from China (26%), France (12%), Germany (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 48%. Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+96% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $10.3M | 26% |
| France | $4.8M | 12% |
| Germany | $4.0M | 10% |
| United Kingdom | $3.4M | 8.5% |
| Italy | $3.1M | 7.7% |
| Belgium | $2.8M | 7% |
| Austria | $1.9M | 4.8% |
| Greece | $1.8M | 4.6% |
| Serbia | $1.1M | 2.9% |
| Poland | $772K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey plastic bottles and carboys exports (HS 3923.30): 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 3923.30: Plastics: carboys, bottles, flasks and similar articles, for the conveyance or packing of goods.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic bottles and carboys exported by Turkey?
Turkey exported plastic bottles and carboys worth $197.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 100.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 16th of 197 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries buy plastic bottles and carboys from Turkey?
The United States was the largest buyer with 9% of the value ($18.5 million), followed by Iraq (9%) and Jamaica (7%). The top three together account for 25%, out of 170 buyer countries in total. Romania grew fastest among the top ten, up 25% on the year.
What is the average export price of plastic bottles and carboys per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.96 per kg in 2024, 48% below the world average of $3.80 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of plastic bottles and carboys from Turkey changed since 2017?
Exports went from $195.2 million in 2017 to $197.1 million in 2024, an increase of 1%. The peak was 2018 at $237.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $212.6 million a year.
Does Turkey also import plastic bottles and carboys?
Yes. Turkey imported $39.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, France and Germany. On balance Turkey is a net exporter of this product, by about $157.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic bottles and carboys?
The HS code for plastic bottles and carboys is subheading 3923.30. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3923 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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