Protein derivative exports from Turkey: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of protein derivative by Turkey reached $36.1 million in 2024 (4.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 65% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 96% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $36.1M | 4.3K t |
| 2023 | $21.9M | 2.3K t |
| 2022 | $30.3M | 2.9K t |
| 2021 | $9.6M | 1.1K t |
| 2020 | $1.2M | 161 t |
| 2019 | $1.3M | 537 t |
| 2018 | $498K | 92 t |
| 2017 | $319K | 74 t |
Where Turkey exports protein derivative to
Most of it went to Switzerland (46%), Germany (17%), Sweden (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Poland grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $16.7M | 46% |
| Germany | $6.2M | 17% |
| Sweden | $3.1M | 8.5% |
| United Kingdom | $1.2M | 3.5% |
| United States | $1.2M | 3.2% |
| Russia | $1.1M | 3% |
| Poland | $1.0M | 2.8% |
| Slovenia | $984K | 2.7% |
| Kazakhstan | $648K | 1.8% |
| Australia | $591K | 1.6% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.40 per kg, 42% above the world average of $5.93. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Protein derivative imports to Turkey
Imports of protein derivative by Turkey reached $11.7 million in 2024 (1.5 thousand tonnes). Most of the value came from Ireland (22%), India (11%), United Kingdom (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 44%. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+309% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $2.6M | 22% |
| India | $1.3M | 11% |
| United Kingdom | $1.3M | 11% |
| China | $1.3M | 11% |
| United States | $905K | 7.8% |
| France | $738K | 6.3% |
| New Zealand | $577K | 5% |
| Germany | $565K | 4.8% |
| Netherlands | $390K | 3.3% |
| South Korea | $350K | 3% |
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 3504: Peptones and their derivatives; other protein substances and their derivatives n.e.c. or included; hide powder, whether or not chromed.
Common questions
What is the value of protein derivative exported by Turkey?
Turkey exported protein derivative worth $36.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 23rd of 110 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 65% on 2023.
Which countries buy protein derivative from Turkey?
Switzerland was the largest buyer with 46% of the value ($16.7 million), followed by Germany (17%) and Sweden (8%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 66 buyer countries in total. Sweden grew fastest among the top ten, up 666% on the year.
What is the average export price of protein derivative per kg?
The average declared export value was about $8.40 per kg in 2024, 42% above the world average of $5.93 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 exports of protein derivative from Turkey changed since 2017?
Exports went from $319 thousand in 2017 to $36.1 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Turkey also import protein derivative?
Yes. Turkey imported $11.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Ireland, India and the United Kingdom. On balance Turkey is a net exporter of this product, by about $24.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for protein derivative?
The HS code for protein derivative is heading 3504. In Turkey all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 3504.00. It sits in HS chapter 35 (albuminoidal substances; modified starches; glues; enzymes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3504 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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