Stainless steel scrap imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Turkey imported stainless steel scrap worth $30.7 million (68.5 thousand tonnes). Value rose 108% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 20% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $247.2 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 | $30.7M | 68.5K t |
| 2023 | $14.8M | 20.0K t |
| 2022 | $194.4M | 437.9K t |
| 2021 | $247.2M | 653.7K t |
| 2020 | $80.5M | 302.4K t |
| 2019 | $9.8M | 27.9K t |
| 2018 | $4.2M | 9.0K t |
| 2017 | $8.7M | 30.2K t |
Where Turkey imports stainless steel scrap from
One supplier dominates: United Kingdom accounted for 54% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+471% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $16.7M | 54% |
| Belgium | $2.1M | 6.8% |
| Netherlands | $2.0M | 6.4% |
| Denmark | $1.7M | 5.5% |
| Russia | $1.5M | 4.9% |
| Libya | $856K | 2.8% |
| Georgia | $794K | 2.6% |
| Lithuania | $787K | 2.6% |
| Greece | $640K | 2.1% |
| Austria | $632K | 2.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.45 per kg, 68% below the world average of $1.41, 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.
Stainless steel scrap exports from Turkey
Exports of stainless steel scrap by Turkey reached $250.3 million in 2024 (174.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 7th of 177 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to Italy (26%), Spain (24%), Netherlands (23%). Among the main buyer markets, Italy grew fastest (+334% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $65.1M | 26% |
| Spain | $61.0M | 24% |
| Netherlands | $58.5M | 23% |
| India | $37.0M | 15% |
| United Kingdom | $7.6M | 3% |
| South Korea | $5.3M | 2.1% |
| Belgium | $4.6M | 1.8% |
| Germany | $3.1M | 1.3% |
| Egypt | $2.9M | 1.2% |
| Austria | $1.6M | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey stainless steel scrap imports (HS 7204.21): 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 7204.21: Ferrous waste and scrap: of stainless steel.
Common questions
What is the value of stainless steel scrap imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported stainless steel scrap worth $30.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 68.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 23rd of 128 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 108% on 2023.
Which countries supply stainless steel scrap to Turkey?
The United Kingdom was the largest supplier with 54% of the value ($16.7 million), followed by Belgium (7%) and the Netherlands (6%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. Greece grew fastest among the top ten, up 485% on the year.
What is the average import price of stainless steel scrap per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.45 per kg in 2024, 68% below the world average of $1.41 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of stainless steel scrap to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.7 million in 2017 to $30.7 million in 2024, an increase of 253%. The peak was 2021 at $247.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $73.8 million a year.
Does Turkey also export stainless steel scrap?
Yes. Turkey exported $250.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Italy, Spain and the Netherlands. That compares with imports of $30.7 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for stainless steel scrap?
The HS code for stainless steel scrap is subheading 7204.21. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7204 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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