Solvent-based paint imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Turkey imported solvent-based paint worth $484.2 million (88.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 3%. That is close to the 2023 level. 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 | $484.2M | 88.1K t |
| 2023 | $486.9M | 86.4K t |
| 2022 | $445.2M | 83.7K t |
| 2021 | $361.3M | 77.2K t |
| 2020 | $299.1M | 72.1K t |
| 2019 | $284.4M | 67.1K t |
| 2018 | $299.4M | 70.6K t |
| 2017 | $286.9M | 70.0K t |
Where Turkey imports solvent-based paint from
Most of the value came from Germany (22%), Italy (18%), Spain (11%). Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+71% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $104.7M | 22% |
| Italy | $86.8M | 18% |
| Spain | $52.1M | 11% |
| United Kingdom | $32.8M | 6.8% |
| France | $32.6M | 6.7% |
| Netherlands | $23.7M | 4.9% |
| Belgium | $13.3M | 2.8% |
| United States | $12.5M | 2.6% |
| Poland | $12.4M | 2.6% |
| India | $10.9M | 2.3% |
Product types under HS 3208
| 3208.90 | Paints and varnishes: based on polymers n.e.c. in heading no. 3208, dispersed or dissolved in a non-aqueous medium | 62% |
| 3208.20 | Paints and varnishes: based on acrylic or vinyl polymers, dispersed or dissolved in a non-aqueous medium | 24% |
| 3208.10 | Paints and varnishes: based on polyesters, dispersed or dissolved in a non-aqueous medium | 14% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3208.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.50 per kg, close to the world average of $5.76.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Solvent-based paint exports from Turkey
Exports of solvent-based paint by Turkey reached $311.8 million in 2024 (86.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. The largest buyer markets were Russia (14%), Kazakhstan (6%), Uzbekistan (6%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 26%. Among the main buyer markets, Belarus grew fastest (+108% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Russia | $42.8M | 14% |
| Kazakhstan | $20.1M | 6.4% |
| Uzbekistan | $19.1M | 6.1% |
| Azerbaijan | $17.9M | 5.7% |
| Iraq | $14.2M | 4.6% |
| Belarus | $13.8M | 4.4% |
| Iran | $13.2M | 4.2% |
| Algeria | $13.2M | 4.2% |
| United States | $11.9M | 3.8% |
| Georgia | $11.2M | 3.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
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Updated weekly on EximDataX (some markets daily), while public statistics stop at 2024.
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 3208: Paints, varnishes; (enamels and lacquers) based on synthetic polymers or chemically modified natural polymers, dispersed or dissolved in a non-aqueous medium.
Common questions
What is the value of solvent-based paint imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported solvent-based paint worth $484.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 88.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 225 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply solvent-based paint to Turkey?
Germany was the largest supplier with 22% of the value ($104.7 million), followed by Italy (18%) and Spain (11%). The top three together account for 50%, out of 76 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 71% on the year.
What is the average import price of solvent-based paint per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.50 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $5.76 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have imports of solvent-based paint to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $286.9 million in 2017 to $484.2 million in 2024, an increase of 69%. The peak was 2023 at $486.9 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Turkey also export solvent-based paint?
Yes. Turkey exported $311.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Russia, Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $172.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for solvent-based paint?
The HS code for solvent-based paint is heading 3208. In Turkey the largest six-digit codes were 3208.90 (62% of the value) and 3208.20 (24%). It sits in HS chapter 32 (tanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments and other colouring matter; paints, varnishes; putty, other mastics; inks). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3208 page.
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