Precious metal articles imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of precious metal articles by Turkey reached $29.8 million in 2024 (24 tonnes). That is 19% more than in 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 | $29.8M | 24 t |
| 2023 | $25.1M | 17 t |
| 2022 | $34.1M | 17 t |
| 2021 | $29.9M | 17 t |
| 2020 | $10.9M | 8 t |
| 2019 | $31.8M | 12 t |
| 2018 | $17.8M | 23 t |
| 2017 | $14.0M | 11 t |
Where Turkey imports precious metal articles from
Germany alone supplied 56% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $16.8M | 56% |
| United Kingdom | $8.7M | 29% |
| China | $1.4M | 4.6% |
| Hungary | $654K | 2.2% |
| United States | $577K | 1.9% |
| Norway | $535K | 1.8% |
| Netherlands | $453K | 1.5% |
| Malaysia | $294K | 1% |
| Switzerland | $161K | 0.5% |
| Czech Republic | $152K | 0.5% |
Product types under HS 7115
| 7115.90 | Metal: precious or metal clad with precious metal, other than that of item no. 7115.10 | 62% |
| 7115.10 | Metal: catalysts in the form of wire cloth or grill, of platinum | 39% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7115.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1,221.64 per kg, 43% below the world average of $2,146.67, 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.
Precious metal articles exports from Turkey
In 2024, Turkey exported precious metal articles worth $19.6 million (4 tonnes). United States alone took 93% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $18.2M | 93% |
| Australia | $575K | 2.9% |
| Hungary | $438K | 2.2% |
| Sweden | $69K | 0.4% |
| France | $50K | 0.3% |
| Israel | $50K | 0.3% |
| Germany | $37K | 0.2% |
| Thailand | $33K | 0.2% |
| Iraq | $32K | 0.2% |
| Netherlands | $26K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
Public statistics stop at country totals and the last published year. EximDataX shows the shipment records underneath: the companies, dates, quantities and declared values, updated weekly.
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Updated weekly on EximDataX (some markets daily), while public statistics stop at 2024.
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 7115: Articles of precious metal or of metal clad with precious metal.
Common questions
What is the value of precious metal articles imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported precious metal articles worth $29.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 24 tonnes. That ranks it 25th of 181 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 19% on 2023.
Which countries supply precious metal articles to Turkey?
Germany was the largest supplier with 56% of the value ($16.8 million), followed by the United Kingdom (29%) and China (5%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 30 supplier countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 86% on the year.
What is the average import price of precious metal articles per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1,221.64 per kg in 2024, 43% below the world average of $2,146.67 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have imports of precious metal articles to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $14.0 million in 2017 to $29.8 million in 2024, an increase of 113%. The peak was 2022 at $34.1 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Turkey also export precious metal articles?
Yes. Turkey exported $19.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Australia and Hungary. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $10.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for precious metal articles?
The HS code for precious metal articles is heading 7115. In Turkey the largest six-digit codes were 7115.90 (62% of the value) and 7115.10 (38%). It sits in HS chapter 71 (natural, cultured pearls; precious, semi-precious stones; precious metals, metals clad with precious metal, and articles thereof; imitation jewellery; coin). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7115 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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