Retail adhesive exports from Turkey: data, top buyers and prices
Turkey exported $99.8 million of retail adhesive in 2024 (26.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 10th of 171 countries for exports of this product. That is 10% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% 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 | $99.8M | 26.3K t |
| 2023 | $91.1M | 24.2K t |
| 2022 | $76.3M | 19.5K t |
| 2021 | $63.7M | 17.7K t |
| 2020 | $46.2M | 14.6K t |
| 2019 | $46.6M | 13.9K t |
| 2018 | $35.3M | 10.6K t |
| 2017 | $41.4M | 11.7K t |
Where Turkey exports retail adhesive to
Most of it went to Iraq (17%), Iran (13%), Russia (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 42%. Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+162% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Iraq | $16.8M | 17% |
| Iran | $13.0M | 13% |
| Russia | $11.8M | 12% |
| Uzbekistan | $7.7M | 7.7% |
| Kazakhstan | $3.8M | 3.9% |
| Algeria | $2.8M | 2.8% |
| Saudi Arabia | $2.6M | 2.7% |
| Egypt | $2.6M | 2.6% |
| Azerbaijan | $2.3M | 2.4% |
| Libya | $2.3M | 2.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.80 per kg, 43% below the world average of $6.66, 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.
Retail adhesive imports to Turkey
In 2024, Turkey imported retail adhesive worth $49.2 million (6.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Most of the value came from Germany (19%), United States (12%), China (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 41%. Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+192% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $9.5M | 19% |
| United States | $5.8M | 12% |
| China | $5.0M | 10% |
| United Kingdom | $4.7M | 9.6% |
| Switzerland | $4.4M | 9% |
| Romania | $3.3M | 6.7% |
| South Korea | $2.5M | 5% |
| Italy | $2.1M | 4.2% |
| Ireland | $2.0M | 4.1% |
| France | $1.6M | 3.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey retail adhesive exports (HS 3506.10): 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 3506.10: Glues or adhesives: prepared, products suitable for use as glues or adhesives, put up for retail sale as glues or adhesives, not exceeding a net weight of 1kg.
Common questions
What is the value of retail adhesive exported by Turkey?
Turkey exported retail adhesive worth $99.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 26.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 171 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was up 10% on 2023.
Which countries buy retail adhesive from Turkey?
Iraq was the largest buyer with 17% of the value ($16.8 million), followed by Iran (13%) and Russia (12%). The top three together account for 42%, out of 161 buyer countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 162% on the year.
What is the average export price of retail adhesive per kg?
The average declared export value was about $3.80 per kg in 2024, 43% below the world average of $6.66 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of retail adhesive from Turkey changed since 2017?
Exports went from $41.4 million in 2017 to $99.8 million in 2024, an increase of 141%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $62.5 million a year.
Does Turkey also import retail adhesive?
Yes. Turkey imported $49.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, the United States and China. On balance Turkey is a net exporter of this product, by about $50.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for retail adhesive?
The HS code for retail adhesive is subheading 3506.10. It sits in HS chapter 35 (albuminoidal substances; modified starches; glues; enzymes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3506 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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