Plasticized PVC compounds imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Turkey imported plasticized pvc compounds worth $46.4 million (21.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value fell 12% from 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 | $46.4M | 21.9K t |
| 2023 | $52.8M | 22.1K t |
| 2022 | $56.4M | 21.0K t |
| 2021 | $52.3M | 24.4K t |
| 2020 | $37.4M | 21.9K t |
| 2019 | $37.5M | 21.5K t |
| 2018 | $39.5M | 21.6K t |
| 2017 | $41.7M | 24.4K t |
Where Turkey imports plasticized pvc compounds from
The largest suppliers were Italy (34%), Germany (33%), Serbia (6%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $16.0M | 34% |
| Germany | $15.2M | 33% |
| Serbia | $2.7M | 5.8% |
| Bulgaria | $2.1M | 4.5% |
| China | $1.9M | 4.1% |
| Portugal | $1.9M | 4.1% |
| United Kingdom | $1.6M | 3.4% |
| France | $1.3M | 2.9% |
| Iran | $587K | 1.3% |
| South Korea | $577K | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.12 per kg, close to the world average of $1.85.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Plasticized PVC compounds exports from Turkey
Exports of plasticized pvc compounds by Turkey reached $25.8 million in 2024 (20.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Bulgaria (27%), Algeria (8%), Azerbaijan (6%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 41%. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+61% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Bulgaria | $7.0M | 27% |
| Algeria | $2.0M | 7.6% |
| Azerbaijan | $1.6M | 6% |
| Romania | $1.5M | 5.6% |
| United Kingdom | $1.3M | 5.2% |
| Poland | $1.2M | 4.7% |
| Cyprus | $1.1M | 4.2% |
| Syria | $870K | 3.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $772K | 3% |
| Kazakhstan | $708K | 2.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey plasticized pvc compounds imports (HS 3904.22): 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 3904.22: Vinyl chloride, other halogenated olefin polymers: plasticised poly(vinyl chloride), in primary forms, mixed with other substances.
Common questions
What is the value of plasticized pvc compounds imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported plasticized pvc compounds worth $46.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 21.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 11th of 194 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply plasticized pvc compounds to Turkey?
Italy was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($16.0 million), followed by Germany (33%) and Serbia (6%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 47 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 15% on the year.
What is the average import price of plasticized pvc compounds per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.12 per kg in 2024, 15% above the world average of $1.85 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of plasticized pvc compounds to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $41.7 million in 2017 to $46.4 million in 2024, an increase of 11%. The peak was 2022 at $56.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $45.5 million a year.
Does Turkey also export plasticized pvc compounds?
Yes. Turkey exported $25.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Bulgaria, Algeria and Azerbaijan. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $20.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for plasticized pvc compounds?
The HS code for plasticized pvc compounds is subheading 3904.22. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3904 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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