Silver ore exports from Turkey: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of silver ore by Turkey reached $36.4 million in 2024 (18.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Value rose 280% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 83% 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 | $36.4M | 18.6K t |
| 2023 | $9.6M | 4.6K t |
| 2022 | $39.8M | 20.1K t |
| 2021 | $4.4M | 2.1K t |
| 2020 | $714K | 222 t |
| 2019 | $649K | 221 t |
| 2018 | $221K | 154 t |
| 2017 | $534K | 579 t |
Where Turkey exports silver ore to
One buyer market dominates: China accounted for 100% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+287% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $36.3M | 100% |
| United Kingdom | $49K | 0.1% |
| United States | $34K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $9K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $4K | 0% |
| France | $2K | 0% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1K | 0% |
| Italy | $1K | 0% |
| Austria | $1K | 0% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.96 per kg, 44% below the world average of $3.51, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey silver ore exports (HS 2616.10): 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 2616.10: Silver ores and concentrates.
Common questions
What is the value of silver ore exported by Turkey?
Turkey exported silver ore worth $36.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 18.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 63 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 280% on 2023.
Which countries buy silver ore from Turkey?
China was the largest buyer with 100% of the value ($36.3 million), followed by the United Kingdom (0%) and the United States (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 28 buyer countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 559% on the year.
What is the average export price of silver ore per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.96 per kg in 2024, 44% below the world average of $3.51 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of silver ore from Turkey changed since 2017?
Exports went from $534 thousand in 2017 to $36.4 million in 2024. The peak was 2022 at $39.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $11.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for silver ore?
The HS code for silver ore is subheading 2616.10. It sits in HS chapter 26 (ores, slag and ash). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2616 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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