Putty exports from Turkey: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of putty by Turkey reached $441.6 million in 2024 (604.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 183 countries. That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% 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 | $441.6M | 604.1K t |
| 2023 | $434.7M | 557.0K t |
| 2022 | $407.1M | 513.1K t |
| 2021 | $322.9M | 529.6K t |
| 2020 | $236.7M | 453.9K t |
| 2019 | $228.2M | 341.6K t |
| 2018 | $204.4M | 275.0K t |
| 2017 | $172.6M | 236.4K t |
Where Turkey exports putty to
Most of it went to Iraq (19%), Russia (7%), Georgia (4%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 30%. Among the main buyer markets, Kazakhstan grew fastest (+131% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Iraq | $82.0M | 19% |
| Russia | $30.1M | 6.8% |
| Georgia | $18.3M | 4.1% |
| Iran | $17.3M | 3.9% |
| Uzbekistan | $17.1M | 3.9% |
| Libya | $14.8M | 3.4% |
| United Kingdom | $13.2M | 3% |
| Kazakhstan | $11.4M | 2.6% |
| United States | $10.2M | 2.3% |
| Ukraine | $9.9M | 2.3% |
Product types under HS 3214
| 3214.10 | Mastics: painters' fillings | 69% |
| 3214.90 | Mastics: n.e.c. in heading no. 3214 | 31% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3214.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.73 per kg, 54% below the world average of $1.58, 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.
Putty imports to Turkey
In 2024, Turkey imported putty worth $248.8 million (71.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. The largest suppliers were Germany (26%), France (14%), China (14%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+36% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $64.1M | 26% |
| France | $35.8M | 14% |
| China | $34.4M | 14% |
| Italy | $17.2M | 6.9% |
| Belgium | $15.0M | 6% |
| Romania | $12.0M | 4.8% |
| United States | $11.8M | 4.7% |
| United Kingdom | $9.4M | 3.8% |
| Poland | $8.9M | 3.6% |
| Slovakia | $5.9M | 2.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
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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 3214: Glaziers' putty, grafting putty, resin cements, caulking compounds and other mastics; painters' fillings; non-refractory surfacing preparations for facades, indoor walls, floors, ceilings or the like.
Common questions
What is the value of putty exported by Turkey?
Turkey exported putty worth $441.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 604.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 183 countries worldwide, with 4% of world exports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries buy putty from Turkey?
Iraq was the largest buyer with 19% of the value ($82.0 million), followed by Russia (7%) and Georgia (4%). The top three together account for 30%, out of 178 buyer countries in total. Kazakhstan grew fastest among the top ten, up 131% on the year.
What is the average export price of putty per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.73 per kg in 2024, 54% below the world average of $1.58 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 putty from Turkey changed since 2017?
Exports went from $172.6 million in 2017 to $441.6 million in 2024, an increase of 156%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Turkey also import putty?
Yes. Turkey imported $248.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, France and China. On balance Turkey is a net exporter of this product, by about $192.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for putty?
The HS code for putty is heading 3214. In Turkey the largest six-digit codes were 3214.10 (69% of the value) and 3214.90 (31%). It sits in HS chapter 32 (tanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments and other colouring matter; paints, varnishes; putty, other mastics; inks). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3214 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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