Polyester solvent paint imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Turkey imported polyester solvent paint worth $65.2 million (11.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% 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 | $65.2M | 11.5K t |
| 2023 | $64.9M | 9.9K t |
| 2022 | $51.2M | 8.1K t |
| 2021 | $41.2M | 7.6K t |
| 2020 | $33.7M | 7.9K t |
| 2019 | $31.3M | 6.7K t |
| 2018 | $35.4M | 8.6K t |
| 2017 | $32.1M | 8.0K t |
Where Turkey imports polyester solvent paint from
The largest suppliers were Italy (27%), Germany (21%), India (16%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+61% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $17.7M | 27% |
| Germany | $14.0M | 21% |
| India | $10.7M | 16% |
| France | $5.3M | 8.2% |
| Greece | $2.9M | 4.4% |
| United Kingdom | $2.5M | 3.8% |
| Austria | $2.4M | 3.6% |
| Poland | $1.9M | 3% |
| Spain | $1.5M | 2.4% |
| Switzerland | $1.5M | 2.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.65 per kg, close to the world average of $4.91.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Polyester solvent paint exports from Turkey
In 2024, Turkey exported polyester solvent paint worth $40.4 million (12.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Belarus (10%), Azerbaijan (10%), Georgia (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 30%. Among the main buyer markets, Belarus grew fastest (+161% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belarus | $4.2M | 10% |
| Azerbaijan | $4.2M | 10% |
| Georgia | $3.8M | 9.5% |
| Russia | $2.7M | 6.7% |
| Iraq | $2.6M | 6.5% |
| Ukraine | $2.2M | 5.6% |
| Kyrgyzstan | $2.0M | 5.1% |
| Poland | $1.9M | 4.6% |
| Kazakhstan | $1.8M | 4.4% |
| Romania | $1.5M | 3.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey polyester solvent paint imports (HS 3208.10): 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 3208.10: Paints and varnishes: based on polyesters, dispersed or dissolved in a non-aqueous medium.
Common questions
What is the value of polyester solvent paint imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported polyester solvent paint worth $65.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 11.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 221 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 0% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyester solvent paint to Turkey?
Italy was the largest supplier with 27% of the value ($17.7 million), followed by Germany (21%) and India (16%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 45 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 61% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyester solvent paint per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.65 per kg in 2024, 15% above the world average of $4.91 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of polyester solvent paint to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $32.1 million in 2017 to $65.2 million in 2024, an increase of 103%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $44.4 million a year.
Does Turkey also export polyester solvent paint?
Yes. Turkey exported $40.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Belarus, Azerbaijan and Georgia. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $24.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyester solvent paint?
The HS code for polyester solvent paint is subheading 3208.10. It sits in HS chapter 32 (tanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments and other colouring matter; paints, varnishes; putty, other mastics; inks). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3208 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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