Polyethylene scrap imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
Turkey imported $108.2 million of polyethylene scrap in 2024 (453.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 130 countries. That is 7% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 22% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $159.5 million.
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 | $108.2M | 453.2K t |
| 2023 | $116.3M | 393.0K t |
| 2022 | $159.5M | 438.3K t |
| 2021 | $114.4M | 460.4K t |
| 2020 | $67.3M | 435.3K t |
| 2019 | $49.7M | 293.5K t |
| 2018 | $45.5M | 217.9K t |
| 2017 | $26.8M | 100.0K t |
Where Turkey imports polyethylene scrap from
Most of the value came from United Kingdom (18%), Germany (15%), Netherlands (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 44%. Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+347% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $19.9M | 18% |
| Germany | $16.2M | 15% |
| Netherlands | $11.7M | 11% |
| Italy | $11.2M | 10% |
| Belgium | $11.1M | 10% |
| Spain | $10.5M | 9.7% |
| Iraq | $8.5M | 7.9% |
| France | $4.4M | 4.1% |
| Lebanon | $2.8M | 2.6% |
| Slovenia | $1.8M | 1.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.24 per kg, 38% below the world average of $0.39, 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.
Polyethylene scrap exports from Turkey
Exports of polyethylene scrap by Turkey reached $525 thousand in 2024 (646 tonnes). Switzerland alone took 68% of it. Among the main buyer markets, United Kingdom grew fastest (+85% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $358K | 68% |
| United Kingdom | $77K | 15% |
| Iraq | $24K | 4.5% |
| Malaysia | $14K | 2.6% |
| Germany | $13K | 2.5% |
| Vietnam | $13K | 2.5% |
| Spain | $10K | 2% |
| Greece | $8K | 1.5% |
| Croatia | $6K | 1.1% |
| United States | $2K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey polyethylene scrap imports (HS 3915.10): 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 3915.10: Ethylene polymers: waste, parings and scrap.
Common questions
What is the value of polyethylene scrap imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported polyethylene scrap worth $108.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 453.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 130 countries worldwide, with 10% of world imports. The value was down 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyethylene scrap to Turkey?
The United Kingdom was the largest supplier with 18% of the value ($19.9 million), followed by Germany (15%) and the Netherlands (11%). The top three together account for 44%, out of 39 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 347% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyethylene scrap per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.24 per kg in 2024, 38% below the world average of $0.39 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of polyethylene scrap to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $26.8 million in 2017 to $108.2 million in 2024, an increase of 303%. The peak was 2022 at $159.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $86.0 million a year.
Does Turkey also export polyethylene scrap?
Yes. Turkey exported $525 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Switzerland, the United Kingdom and Iraq. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $107.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyethylene scrap?
The HS code for polyethylene scrap is subheading 3915.10. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3915 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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