Pliers imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of pliers by Turkey reached $18.9 million in 2024 (927 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 37% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average.
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 | $18.9M | 927 t |
| 2023 | $13.8M | 583 t |
| 2022 | $12.6M | 731 t |
| 2021 | $10.7M | 617 t |
| 2020 | $9.0M | 599 t |
| 2019 | $7.0M | 373 t |
| 2018 | $8.6M | 579 t |
| 2017 | $9.7M | 668 t |
Where Turkey imports pliers from
The largest suppliers were Germany (35%), China (33%), Vietnam (8%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+155% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $6.6M | 35% |
| China | $6.3M | 33% |
| Vietnam | $1.6M | 8.2% |
| Italy | $1.4M | 7.2% |
| United States | $880K | 4.7% |
| Taiwan | $591K | 3.1% |
| Georgia | $216K | 1.1% |
| Spain | $210K | 1.1% |
| France | $207K | 1.1% |
| Pakistan | $197K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $20.38 per kg, 96% above the world average of $10.42. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Pliers exports from Turkey
Turkey exported $4.1 million of pliers in 2024 (264 tonnes). Most of it went to United Kingdom (11%), Russia (9%), Saudi Arabia (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 29%. Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+447% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $431K | 11% |
| Russia | $374K | 9.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $364K | 8.9% |
| Germany | $347K | 8.5% |
| Azerbaijan | $254K | 6.2% |
| Georgia | $176K | 4.3% |
| Iraq | $119K | 2.9% |
| Spain | $112K | 2.8% |
| Algeria | $111K | 2.7% |
| Italy | $111K | 2.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey pliers imports (HS 8203.20): 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 8203.20: Tools, hand: pliers (including cutting pliers), pincers, tweezers and similar tools.
Common questions
What is the value of pliers imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported pliers worth $18.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 927 tonnes. That ranks it 27th of 220 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 37% on 2023.
Which countries supply pliers to Turkey?
Germany was the largest supplier with 35% of the value ($6.6 million), followed by China (33%) and Vietnam (8%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 65 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 155% on the year.
What is the average import price of pliers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $20.38 per kg in 2024, 96% above the world average of $10.42 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of pliers to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.7 million in 2017 to $18.9 million in 2024, an increase of 95%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $11.3 million a year.
Does Turkey also export pliers?
Yes. Turkey exported $4.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Kingdom, Russia and Saudi Arabia. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $14.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for pliers?
The HS code for pliers is subheading 8203.20. It sits in HS chapter 82 (tools, implements, cutlery, spoons and forks, of base metal; parts thereof, of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8203 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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