Polytetrafluoroethylene imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Turkey imported polytetrafluoroethylene worth $31.8 million (5.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 3%. That is 16% 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 | $31.8M | 5.5K t |
| 2023 | $27.5M | 3.5K t |
| 2022 | $22.7M | 2.2K t |
| 2021 | $25.0M | 2.4K t |
| 2020 | $19.5M | 2.2K t |
| 2019 | $16.3M | 1.6K t |
| 2018 | $15.6M | 1.5K t |
| 2017 | $15.8M | 1.7K t |
Where Turkey imports polytetrafluoroethylene from
The largest suppliers were Russia (42%), China (19%), India (12%). Among the main suppliers, Russia grew fastest (+125% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Russia | $13.4M | 42% |
| China | $6.0M | 19% |
| India | $4.0M | 13% |
| Italy | $3.8M | 12% |
| United Kingdom | $1.4M | 4.5% |
| United States | $958K | 3% |
| Belgium | $790K | 2.5% |
| South Korea | $704K | 2.2% |
| France | $252K | 0.8% |
| Netherlands | $152K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.74 per kg, 51% below the world average of $11.80, 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.
Polytetrafluoroethylene exports from Turkey
Exports of polytetrafluoroethylene by Turkey reached $20.1 million in 2024 (3.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. One buyer market dominates: Italy accounted for 81% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Italy grew fastest (+153% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey polytetrafluoroethylene imports (HS 3904.61): 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 3904.61: Halogenated olefin polymers: fluoro-polymers, polytetrafluoroethylene, in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of polytetrafluoroethylene imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported polytetrafluoroethylene worth $31.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 158 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply polytetrafluoroethylene to Turkey?
Russia was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($13.4 million), followed by China (19%) and India (12%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. Russia grew fastest among the top ten, up 125% on the year.
What is the average import price of polytetrafluoroethylene per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.74 per kg in 2024, 51% below the world average of $11.80 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of polytetrafluoroethylene to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $15.8 million in 2017 to $31.8 million in 2024, an increase of 101%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $21.8 million a year.
Does Turkey also export polytetrafluoroethylene?
Yes. Turkey exported $20.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Italy, Russia and Egypt. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $11.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for polytetrafluoroethylene?
The HS code for polytetrafluoroethylene is subheading 3904.61. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3904 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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