Styrene-butadiene latex imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of styrene-butadiene latex by Turkey reached $75.9 million in 2024 (71.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 174 countries for imports of this product. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. 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 | $75.9M | 71.0K t |
| 2023 | $73.7M | 66.9K t |
| 2022 | $75.8M | 61.3K t |
| 2021 | $61.0M | 62.4K t |
| 2020 | $39.9M | 53.7K t |
| 2019 | $49.5M | 55.6K t |
| 2018 | $49.1M | 48.3K t |
| 2017 | $49.2M | 49.7K t |
Where Turkey imports styrene-butadiene latex from
Most of the value came from Netherlands (45%), Germany (14%), Iran (10%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+800% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $34.4M | 45% |
| Germany | $10.7M | 14% |
| Iran | $7.9M | 10% |
| Italy | $6.7M | 8.9% |
| China | $5.1M | 6.7% |
| Belgium | $3.8M | 5% |
| United States | $2.8M | 3.7% |
| India | $1.9M | 2.5% |
| Spain | $1.6M | 2.2% |
| South Korea | $632K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.07 per kg, 21% below the world average of $1.36, 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.
Styrene-butadiene latex exports from Turkey
In 2024, Turkey exported styrene-butadiene latex worth $3.6 million (2.2 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Turkmenistan (25%), Russia (14%), Libya (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Czech Republic grew fastest (+710% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkmenistan | $889K | 25% |
| Russia | $487K | 14% |
| Libya | $466K | 13% |
| Uzbekistan | $423K | 12% |
| Algeria | $273K | 7.6% |
| Czech Republic | $267K | 7.5% |
| Kazakhstan | $184K | 5.1% |
| Netherlands | $175K | 4.9% |
| Iraq | $61K | 1.7% |
| Iran | $59K | 1.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey styrene-butadiene latex imports (HS 4002.11): 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 4002.11: Rubber: synthetic, styrene-butadiene rubber (SBR) and carboxylated styrene-butadiene rubber (XSBR) latex, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip.
Common questions
What is the value of styrene-butadiene latex imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported styrene-butadiene latex worth $75.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 71.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 174 countries worldwide, with 6% of world imports. The value was up 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply styrene-butadiene latex to Turkey?
The Netherlands was the largest supplier with 45% of the value ($34.4 million), followed by Germany (14%) and Iran (10%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 800% on the year.
What is the average import price of styrene-butadiene latex per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.07 per kg in 2024, 21% below the world average of $1.36 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of styrene-butadiene latex to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $49.2 million in 2017 to $75.9 million in 2024, an increase of 54%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $59.3 million a year.
Does Turkey also export styrene-butadiene latex?
Yes. Turkey exported $3.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Turkmenistan, Russia and Libya. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $72.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for styrene-butadiene latex?
The HS code for styrene-butadiene latex is subheading 4002.11. It sits in HS chapter 40 (rubber and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4002 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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