Steel U-sections exports from Turkey: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Turkey exported steel u-sections worth $213.7 million (307.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 106 countries for exports of this product. Value fell 4% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $270.3 million.
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 | $213.7M | 307.2K t |
| 2023 | $222.5M | 286.8K t |
| 2022 | $270.3M | 312.2K t |
| 2021 | $207.5M | 275.2K t |
| 2020 | $129.6M | 250.1K t |
| 2019 | $127.7M | 221.9K t |
| 2018 | $132.6M | 206.6K t |
| 2017 | $94.9M | 177.0K t |
Where Turkey exports steel u-sections to
The largest buyer markets were United Arab Emirates (12%), Egypt (8%), Morocco (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 28%. Among the main buyer markets, Ukraine grew fastest (+74% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $24.7M | 12% |
| Egypt | $17.7M | 8.3% |
| Morocco | $17.2M | 8.1% |
| United Kingdom | $16.8M | 7.9% |
| Algeria | $13.6M | 6.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $13.5M | 6.3% |
| Ukraine | $13.1M | 6.1% |
| Romania | $9.1M | 4.2% |
| Greece | $7.3M | 3.4% |
| Canada | $6.1M | 2.9% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.70 per kg, close to the world average of $0.78.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Steel U-sections imports to Turkey
In 2024, Turkey imported steel u-sections worth $10.4 million (11.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Most of the value came from Spain (27%), Germany (20%), United Kingdom (17%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $2.8M | 27% |
| Germany | $2.0M | 20% |
| United Kingdom | $1.7M | 17% |
| Russia | $1.6M | 15% |
| Iran | $894K | 8.6% |
| China | $710K | 6.9% |
| Poland | $339K | 3.3% |
| Italy | $90K | 0.9% |
| United States | $86K | 0.8% |
| France | $55K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey steel u-sections exports (HS 7216.31): 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 7216.31: Iron or non-alloy steel: U sections, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or extruded, of a height of 80mm or more.
Common questions
What is the value of steel u-sections exported by Turkey?
Turkey exported steel u-sections worth $213.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 307.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 106 countries worldwide, with 14% of world exports. The value was down 4% on 2023.
Which countries buy steel u-sections from Turkey?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest buyer with 12% of the value ($24.7 million), followed by Egypt (8%) and Morocco (8%). The top three together account for 28%, out of 121 buyer countries in total. Ukraine grew fastest among the top ten, up 74% on the year.
What is the average export price of steel u-sections per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.70 per kg in 2024, 10% below the world average of $0.78 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of steel u-sections from Turkey changed since 2017?
Exports went from $94.9 million in 2017 to $213.7 million in 2024, an increase of 125%. The peak was 2022 at $270.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $174.8 million a year.
Does Turkey also import steel u-sections?
Yes. Turkey imported $10.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Spain, Germany and the United Kingdom. On balance Turkey is a net exporter of this product, by about $203.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for steel u-sections?
The HS code for steel u-sections is subheading 7216.31. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7216 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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