Salicylic acid esters (other) imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of salicylic acid esters (other) by Turkey reached $5.5 million in 2024 (1.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value fell 14% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 28% 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 | $5.5M | 1.0K t |
| 2023 | $6.4M | 627 t |
| 2022 | $4.9M | 567 t |
| 2021 | $2.9M | 422 t |
| 2020 | $3.1M | 429 t |
| 2019 | $1.9M | 252 t |
| 2018 | $1.2M | 195 t |
| 2017 | $985K | 181 t |
Where Turkey imports salicylic acid esters (other) from
Most of the value came from India (31%), China (24%), United Kingdom (13%). Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+201% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $1.7M | 31% |
| China | $1.3M | 24% |
| United Kingdom | $714K | 13% |
| Mexico | $643K | 12% |
| Japan | $499K | 9% |
| Spain | $279K | 5% |
| France | $143K | 2.6% |
| South Korea | $52K | 0.9% |
| Netherlands | $38K | 0.7% |
| United States | $33K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.54 per kg, close to the world average of $4.91.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Salicylic acid esters (other) exports from Turkey
In 2024, Turkey exported salicylic acid esters (other) worth $432 thousand (36 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United States accounted for 60% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Iran grew fastest (+108% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $261K | 60% |
| Iran | $97K | 22% |
| Switzerland | $29K | 6.6% |
| Singapore | $15K | 3.5% |
| Bulgaria | $13K | 3% |
| Spain | $9K | 2.1% |
| Algeria | $4K | 1% |
| North Macedonia | $2K | 0.5% |
| Georgia | $2K | 0.4% |
| DR Congo | $1K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey salicylic acid esters (other) imports (HS 2918.23): 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 2918.23: Acids: carboxylic acids, (with phenol function but without other oxygen function), other esters of salicylic acid and its salts n.e.c. in item no. 2918.2.
Common questions
What is the value of salicylic acid esters (other) imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported salicylic acid esters (other) worth $5.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 15th of 142 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply salicylic acid esters (other) to Turkey?
India was the largest supplier with 31% of the value ($1.7 million), followed by China (24%) and the United Kingdom (13%). The top three together account for 67%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 201% on the year.
What is the average import price of salicylic acid esters (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.54 per kg in 2024, 13% above the world average of $4.91 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of salicylic acid esters (other) to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $985 thousand in 2017 to $5.5 million in 2024, an increase of 463%. The peak was 2023 at $6.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.4 million a year.
Does Turkey also export salicylic acid esters (other)?
Yes. Turkey exported $432 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Iran and Switzerland. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $5.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for salicylic acid esters (other)?
The HS code for salicylic acid esters (other) is subheading 2918.23. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2918 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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