Platinum scrap and waste exports from Turkey: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Turkey exported platinum scrap and waste worth $18.5 million (210 tonnes). That is 42% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $36.8 million.
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 | $18.5M | 210 t |
| 2023 | $31.9M | 288 t |
| 2022 | $11.1M | 133 t |
| 2021 | $36.8M | 165 t |
| 2020 | $16.9M | 205 t |
| 2019 | $9.0M | 123 t |
| 2018 | $7.5M | 20 t |
| 2017 | $10.5M | 37 t |
Where Turkey exports platinum scrap and waste to
Germany alone took 57% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $10.6M | 57% |
| South Korea | $3.6M | 19% |
| Belgium | $2.0M | 11% |
| Japan | $940K | 5.1% |
| Austria | $631K | 3.4% |
| United States | $275K | 1.5% |
| Czech Republic | $263K | 1.4% |
| United Kingdom | $212K | 1.2% |
| Greece | $16K | 0.1% |
| Azerbaijan | $5K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $87.99 per kg, 39% below the world average of $143.68, 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.
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The shipment records behind Turkey platinum scrap and waste exports (HS 7112.92): 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 7112.92: Waste and scrap of precious metals: of platinum, including metal clad with platinum but excluding sweepings containing other precious metals.
Common questions
What is the value of platinum scrap and waste exported by Turkey?
Turkey exported platinum scrap and waste worth $18.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 210 tonnes. That ranks it 35th of 132 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 42% on 2023.
Which countries buy platinum scrap and waste from Turkey?
Germany was the largest buyer with 57% of the value ($10.6 million), followed by South Korea (19%) and Belgium (11%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 12 buyer countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 90% on the year.
What is the average export price of platinum scrap and waste per kg?
The average declared export value was about $87.99 per kg in 2024, 39% below the world average of $143.68 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of platinum scrap and waste from Turkey changed since 2017?
Exports went from $10.5 million in 2017 to $18.5 million in 2024, an increase of 77%. The peak was 2021 at $36.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $17.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for platinum scrap and waste?
The HS code for platinum scrap and waste is subheading 7112.92. It sits in HS chapter 71 (natural, cultured pearls; precious, semi-precious stones; precious metals, metals clad with precious metal, and articles thereof; imitation jewellery; coin). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7112 page.
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