Sodium bicarbonate exports from Turkey: data, top buyers and prices
Turkey exported $161.4 million of sodium bicarbonate in 2024 (561.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 129 countries. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% 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 | $161.4M | 561.3K t |
| 2023 | $161.6M | 476.7K t |
| 2022 | $169.4M | 474.7K t |
| 2021 | $111.5M | 502.4K t |
| 2020 | $108.4M | 474.4K t |
| 2019 | $95.8M | 411.6K t |
| 2018 | $79.5M | 349.9K t |
| 2017 | $58.0M | 275.0K t |
Where Turkey exports sodium bicarbonate to
The largest buyer markets were Belgium (12%), Spain (10%), Italy (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 32%. Among the main buyer markets, United Kingdom grew fastest (+88% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $20.0M | 12% |
| Spain | $16.0M | 9.9% |
| Italy | $15.8M | 9.8% |
| Netherlands | $11.8M | 7.3% |
| Poland | $8.7M | 5.4% |
| Portugal | $8.5M | 5.3% |
| Egypt | $8.1M | 5% |
| France | $7.4M | 4.6% |
| United Kingdom | $5.7M | 3.5% |
| Ukraine | $5.0M | 3.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.29 per kg, 31% below the world average of $0.42, 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.
Sodium bicarbonate imports to Turkey
In 2024, Turkey imported sodium bicarbonate worth $8.7 million (21.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Most of the value came from Singapore (34%), Russia (25%), France (14%). Among the main suppliers, Singapore grew fastest (+68% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore | $3.0M | 34% |
| Russia | $2.1M | 25% |
| France | $1.2M | 14% |
| Italy | $753K | 8.6% |
| Ireland | $233K | 2.7% |
| Bulgaria | $176K | 2% |
| Poland | $159K | 1.8% |
| South Korea | $154K | 1.8% |
| Iran | $150K | 1.7% |
| Germany | $140K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey sodium bicarbonate exports (HS 2836.30): 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 2836.30: Carbonates: sodium hydrogen carbonate (sodium bicarbonate).
Common questions
What is the value of sodium bicarbonate exported by Turkey?
Turkey exported sodium bicarbonate worth $161.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 561.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 129 countries worldwide, with 14% of world exports. The value was down 0% on 2023.
Which countries buy sodium bicarbonate from Turkey?
Belgium was the largest buyer with 12% of the value ($20.0 million), followed by Spain (10%) and Italy (10%). The top three together account for 32%, out of 147 buyer countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 88% on the year.
What is the average export price of sodium bicarbonate per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.29 per kg in 2024, 31% below the world average of $0.42 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of sodium bicarbonate from Turkey changed since 2017?
Exports went from $58.0 million in 2017 to $161.4 million in 2024, an increase of 178%. The peak was 2022 at $169.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $118.2 million a year.
Does Turkey also import sodium bicarbonate?
Yes. Turkey imported $8.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Singapore, Russia and France. On balance Turkey is a net exporter of this product, by about $152.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for sodium bicarbonate?
The HS code for sodium bicarbonate is subheading 2836.30. It sits in HS chapter 28 (inorganic chemicals; organic and inorganic compounds of precious metals; of rare earth metals, of radio-active elements and of isotopes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2836 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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