Rubber plasticizers imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
Turkey imported $27.1 million of rubber plasticizers in 2024 (14.4 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 165 countries. That is 10% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $27.1M | 14.4K t |
| 2023 | $24.6M | 10.7K t |
| 2022 | $32.3M | 12.2K t |
| 2021 | $25.9M | 12.6K t |
| 2020 | $12.1M | 8.1K t |
| 2019 | $15.1M | 8.8K t |
| 2018 | $17.8M | 9.6K t |
| 2017 | $16.4M | 10.0K t |
Where Turkey imports rubber plasticizers from
Most of the value came from Netherlands (47%), Germany (31%), United States (4%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+120% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $12.7M | 47% |
| Germany | $8.5M | 32% |
| United States | $1.2M | 4.3% |
| Italy | $860K | 3.2% |
| Estonia | $848K | 3.1% |
| China | $638K | 2.4% |
| India | $588K | 2.2% |
| Belgium | $501K | 1.9% |
| United Kingdom | $458K | 1.7% |
| South Korea | $345K | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.88 per kg, 27% below the world average of $2.57, 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.
Rubber plasticizers exports from Turkey
Exports of rubber plasticizers by Turkey reached $2.8 million in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were India (48%), Algeria (8%), Bulgaria (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Syria grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $1.4M | 48% |
| Algeria | $236K | 8.3% |
| Bulgaria | $209K | 7.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $174K | 6.1% |
| Kazakhstan | $145K | 5.1% |
| Uzbekistan | $129K | 4.5% |
| Syria | $113K | 4% |
| Egypt | $60K | 2.1% |
| Vietnam | $58K | 2% |
| Georgia | $50K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey rubber plasticizers imports (HS 3812.20): 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 3812.20: Plasticisers, compound: for rubber or plastics.
Common questions
What is the value of rubber plasticizers imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported rubber plasticizers worth $27.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 14.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 165 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply rubber plasticizers to Turkey?
The Netherlands was the largest supplier with 47% of the value ($12.7 million), followed by Germany (31%) and the United States (4%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 126% on the year.
What is the average import price of rubber plasticizers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.88 per kg in 2024, 27% below the world average of $2.57 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of rubber plasticizers to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $16.4 million in 2017 to $27.1 million in 2024, an increase of 65%. The peak was 2022 at $32.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $21.4 million a year.
Does Turkey also export rubber plasticizers?
Yes. Turkey exported $2.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to India, Algeria and Bulgaria. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $24.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for rubber plasticizers?
The HS code for rubber plasticizers is subheading 3812.20. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3812 page.
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