Sawn beech boards exports from Turkey: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of sawn beech boards by Turkey reached $22.2 million in 2024 (116.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 10th of 73 countries for exports of this product. Value rose 11% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 25% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $35.2 million.
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 | $22.2M | 116.2K t |
| 2023 | $19.9M | 99.9K t |
| 2022 | $35.2M | 74.7K t |
| 2021 | $19.8M | 96.7K t |
| 2020 | $16.7M | 85.8K t |
| 2019 | $12.0M | 53.7K t |
| 2018 | $5.3M | 17.3K t |
| 2017 | $4.8M | 12.0K t |
Where Turkey exports sawn beech boards to
Iran alone took 94% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Iran | $20.7M | 94% |
| Iraq | $435K | 2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $272K | 1.2% |
| Cyprus | $250K | 1.1% |
| Syria | $101K | 0.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $76K | 0.3% |
| Azerbaijan | $61K | 0.3% |
| Georgia | $47K | 0.2% |
| Morocco | $43K | 0.2% |
| Turkmenistan | $27K | 0.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.19 per kg, 67% below the world average of $0.57, 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.
Sawn beech boards imports to Turkey
Imports of sawn beech boards by Turkey reached $1.7 million in 2024 (4.6 thousand tonnes). The largest suppliers were Ukraine (22%), Germany (19%), North Macedonia (17%). Among the main suppliers, Serbia grew fastest (+500% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ukraine | $371K | 22% |
| Germany | $322K | 19% |
| North Macedonia | $295K | 17% |
| Romania | $291K | 17% |
| Serbia | $231K | 14% |
| Bulgaria | $170K | 10% |
| Croatia | $9K | 0.5% |
| Georgia | $8K | 0.5% |
| Bosnia Herzegovina | $7K | 0.4% |
| Austria | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey sawn beech boards exports (HS 4407.92): 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 4407.92: Wood: beech (Fagus spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or end-jointed, thicker than 6mm.
Common questions
What is the value of sawn beech boards exported by Turkey?
Turkey exported sawn beech boards worth $22.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 116.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 73 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was up 11% on 2023.
Which countries buy sawn beech boards from Turkey?
Iran was the largest buyer with 94% of the value ($20.7 million), followed by Iraq (2%) and the United Arab Emirates (1%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 18 buyer countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 438% on the year.
What is the average export price of sawn beech boards per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.19 per kg in 2024, 67% below the world average of $0.57 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of sawn beech boards from Turkey changed since 2017?
Exports went from $4.8 million in 2017 to $22.2 million in 2024, an increase of 366%. The peak was 2022 at $35.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $17.0 million a year.
Does Turkey also import sawn beech boards?
Yes. Turkey imported $1.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Ukraine, Germany and North Macedonia. On balance Turkey is a net exporter of this product, by about $20.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for sawn beech boards?
The HS code for sawn beech boards is subheading 4407.92. It sits in HS chapter 44 (wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4407 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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