Specialty embossed paper and cardboard imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Turkey imported specialty embossed paper and cardboard worth $7.1 million (2.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value fell 13% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $11.4 million.
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 | $7.1M | 2.4K t |
| 2023 | $8.1M | 2.6K t |
| 2022 | $11.4M | 4.2K t |
| 2021 | $7.9M | 3.4K t |
| 2020 | $6.0M | 2.5K t |
| 2019 | $5.9M | 2.5K t |
| 2018 | $5.8M | 2.5K t |
| 2017 | $5.5M | 2.1K t |
Where Turkey imports specialty embossed paper and cardboard from
Most of the value came from Germany (48%), Italy (29%), Switzerland (11%). Among the main suppliers, Switzerland grew fastest (+98% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $3.4M | 48% |
| Italy | $2.0M | 29% |
| Switzerland | $762K | 11% |
| China | $405K | 5.7% |
| France | $343K | 4.9% |
| Poland | $109K | 1.5% |
| Spain | $33K | 0.5% |
| Netherlands | $8K | 0.1% |
| United States | $7K | 0.1% |
| Denmark | $4K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.90 per kg, 47% above the world average of $1.97. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Specialty embossed paper and cardboard exports from Turkey
Turkey exported $2.6 million of specialty embossed paper and cardboard in 2024 (1.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to United Arab Emirates (28%), Georgia (19%), Greece (10%). Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+215% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $731K | 28% |
| Georgia | $495K | 19% |
| Greece | $263K | 10% |
| Saudi Arabia | $247K | 9.4% |
| Iraq | $135K | 5.1% |
| Kazakhstan | $90K | 3.4% |
| Belarus | $85K | 3.2% |
| Morocco | $73K | 2.8% |
| Qatar | $49K | 1.9% |
| United States | $48K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey specialty embossed paper and cardboard imports (HS 4808.90): 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 4808.90: Paper and paperboard: other than corrugated (with or without glued flat surface sheets) or kraft paper, creped or crinkled, whether or not embossed or perforated, in rolls or sheets, other than paper of heading 4803.
Common questions
What is the value of specialty embossed paper and cardboard imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported specialty embossed paper and cardboard worth $7.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 16th of 201 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply specialty embossed paper and cardboard to Turkey?
Germany was the largest supplier with 48% of the value ($3.4 million), followed by Italy (29%) and Switzerland (11%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. Poland grew fastest among the top ten, up 318% on the year.
What is the average import price of specialty embossed paper and cardboard per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.90 per kg in 2024, 47% above the world average of $1.97 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of specialty embossed paper and cardboard to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.5 million in 2017 to $7.1 million in 2024, an increase of 29%. The peak was 2022 at $11.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.2 million a year.
Does Turkey also export specialty embossed paper and cardboard?
Yes. Turkey exported $2.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Georgia and Greece. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $4.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for specialty embossed paper and cardboard?
The HS code for specialty embossed paper and cardboard is subheading 4808.90. It sits in HS chapter 48 (paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or paperboard). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4808 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Turkey. Tell us your product to see it live.
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