Rods and wire for soldering and brazing imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
Turkey imported $7.6 million of rods and wire for soldering and brazing in 2024 (225 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 16% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% 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 | $7.6M | 225 t |
| 2023 | $6.5M | 243 t |
| 2022 | $5.2M | 185 t |
| 2021 | $3.6M | 199 t |
| 2020 | $3.0M | 355 t |
| 2019 | $2.4M | 98 t |
| 2018 | $3.0M | 112 t |
| 2017 | $2.8M | 93 t |
Where Turkey imports rods and wire for soldering and brazing from
Most of the value came from China (35%), France (23%), Japan (8%). Among the main suppliers, Japan grew fastest (+356% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.7M | 35% |
| France | $1.7M | 23% |
| Japan | $636K | 8.4% |
| Hungary | $636K | 8.4% |
| Germany | $486K | 6.4% |
| Poland | $291K | 3.8% |
| Malaysia | $185K | 2.5% |
| Brazil | $152K | 2% |
| Spain | $128K | 1.7% |
| Bulgaria | $104K | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $33.71 per kg, 329% above the world average of $7.86. 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.
Rods and wire for soldering and brazing exports from Turkey
Exports of rods and wire for soldering and brazing by Turkey reached $2.3 million in 2024 (627 tonnes). Most of it went to Kazakhstan (15%), Morocco (12%), Indonesia (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 35%. Among the main buyer markets, Indonesia grew fastest (+964% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey rods and wire for soldering and brazing imports (HS 8311.30): 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 8311.30: Rods and wire: coated rods and cored wire, of base metal, for soldering, brazing or welding by flame.
Common questions
What is the value of rods and wire for soldering and brazing imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported rods and wire for soldering and brazing worth $7.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 225 tonnes. That ranks it 20th of 210 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply rods and wire for soldering and brazing to Turkey?
China was the largest supplier with 35% of the value ($2.7 million), followed by France (23%) and Japan (8%). The top three together account for 66%, out of 39 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 356% on the year.
What is the average import price of rods and wire for soldering and brazing per kg?
The average declared import value was about $33.71 per kg in 2024, 329% above the world average of $7.86 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of rods and wire for soldering and brazing to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.8 million in 2017 to $7.6 million in 2024, an increase of 168%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.3 million a year.
Does Turkey also export rods and wire for soldering and brazing?
Yes. Turkey exported $2.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kazakhstan, Morocco and Indonesia. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $5.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for rods and wire for soldering and brazing?
The HS code for rods and wire for soldering and brazing is subheading 8311.30. It sits in HS chapter 83 (metal; miscellaneous products of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8311 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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