Polymethylene polyphenyl isocyanate imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of polymethylene polyphenyl isocyanate by Turkey reached $500.1 million in 2024 (250.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 174 countries for imports of this product. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% 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 | $500.1M | 250.8K t |
| 2023 | $494.9M | 245.6K t |
| 2022 | $478.9M | 187.7K t |
| 2021 | $467.5M | 188.9K t |
| 2020 | $241.2M | 170.4K t |
| 2019 | $219.1M | 146.3K t |
| 2018 | $325.8M | 138.6K t |
| 2017 | $291.7M | 143.9K t |
Where Turkey imports polymethylene polyphenyl isocyanate from
Most of the value came from China (29%), Saudi Arabia (15%), Hungary (12%). Among the main suppliers, Portugal grew fastest (+926% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $146.4M | 29% |
| Saudi Arabia | $74.4M | 15% |
| Hungary | $60.9M | 12% |
| Netherlands | $46.3M | 9.3% |
| South Korea | $38.5M | 7.7% |
| Belgium | $37.7M | 7.5% |
| Spain | $29.1M | 5.8% |
| Germany | $26.5M | 5.3% |
| Portugal | $14.7M | 2.9% |
| Japan | $9.2M | 1.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.99 per kg, close to the world average of $1.94.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Polymethylene polyphenyl isocyanate exports from Turkey
In 2024, Turkey exported polymethylene polyphenyl isocyanate worth $129.8 million (49.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. The largest buyer markets were Russia (44%), Iraq (12%), United Arab Emirates (6%). Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Russia | $57.0M | 44% |
| Iraq | $15.6M | 12% |
| United Arab Emirates | $7.2M | 5.5% |
| Iran | $5.6M | 4.3% |
| Algeria | $5.2M | 4% |
| Romania | $3.3M | 2.5% |
| Georgia | $3.2M | 2.5% |
| Uzbekistan | $3.0M | 2.3% |
| Afghanistan | $2.9M | 2.2% |
| Azerbaijan | $2.9M | 2.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey polymethylene polyphenyl isocyanate imports (HS 3909.31): 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 3909.31: Amino-resins: n.e.c. in heading no. 3909, in primary forms, poly(methylene phenyl isocyanate) (Crude MDI, polymeric MDI).
Common questions
What is the value of polymethylene polyphenyl isocyanate imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported polymethylene polyphenyl isocyanate worth $500.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 250.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 174 countries worldwide, with 6% of world imports. The value was up 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply polymethylene polyphenyl isocyanate to Turkey?
China was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($146.4 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (15%) and Hungary (12%). The top three together account for 56%, out of 30 supplier countries in total. Portugal grew fastest among the top ten, up 926% on the year.
What is the average import price of polymethylene polyphenyl isocyanate per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.99 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $1.94 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of polymethylene polyphenyl isocyanate to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $291.7 million in 2017 to $500.1 million in 2024, an increase of 71%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $377.4 million a year.
Does Turkey also export polymethylene polyphenyl isocyanate?
Yes. Turkey exported $129.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Russia, Iraq and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $370.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for polymethylene polyphenyl isocyanate?
The HS code for polymethylene polyphenyl isocyanate is subheading 3909.31. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3909 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
Shipment-level records for Turkey reach EximDataX from a direct customs feed, with company names, dates and declared values. We can show them for your product on a short call.
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