Pure sorbitol imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Turkey imported pure sorbitol worth $24.0 million (16.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 159 countries. Value fell 20% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $30.2 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 | $24.0M | 16.1K t |
| 2023 | $30.2M | 16.9K t |
| 2022 | $27.0M | 17.5K t |
| 2021 | $16.3M | 12.8K t |
| 2020 | $19.3M | 16.5K t |
| 2019 | $20.0M | 16.7K t |
| 2018 | $27.7M | 23.6K t |
| 2017 | $21.1M | 19.6K t |
Where Turkey imports pure sorbitol from
China alone supplied 61% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+42% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $14.6M | 61% |
| Germany | $5.4M | 23% |
| France | $3.3M | 14% |
| India | $395K | 1.6% |
| Italy | $79K | 0.3% |
| Indonesia | $68K | 0.3% |
| Thailand | $60K | 0.3% |
| Belgium | $22K | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | $12K | 0.1% |
| United States | $10K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.49 per kg, 41% above the world average of $1.06. 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.
Pure sorbitol exports from Turkey
In 2024, Turkey exported pure sorbitol worth $4.8 million (6.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Egypt (13%), Russia (13%), Nigeria (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 38%. Among the main buyer markets, Belgium grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $649K | 14% |
| Russia | $618K | 13% |
| Nigeria | $584K | 12% |
| Belgium | $314K | 6.5% |
| United Kingdom | $293K | 6.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $244K | 5.1% |
| Spain | $238K | 4.9% |
| Belarus | $218K | 4.5% |
| Brazil | $213K | 4.4% |
| Serbia | $189K | 3.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey pure sorbitol imports (HS 2905.44): 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 2905.44: Alcohols: polyhydric, d-glucitol (sorbitol).
Common questions
What is the value of pure sorbitol imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported pure sorbitol worth $24.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 16.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 159 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was down 20% on 2023.
Which countries supply pure sorbitol to Turkey?
China was the largest supplier with 61% of the value ($14.6 million), followed by Germany (23%) and France (14%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 42% on the year.
What is the average import price of pure sorbitol per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.49 per kg in 2024, 41% above the world average of $1.06 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of pure sorbitol to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $21.1 million in 2017 to $24.0 million in 2024, an increase of 14%. The peak was 2023 at $30.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $23.2 million a year.
Does Turkey also export pure sorbitol?
Yes. Turkey exported $4.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Egypt, Russia and Nigeria. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $19.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for pure sorbitol?
The HS code for pure sorbitol is subheading 2905.44. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2905 page.
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