Sunflower seed exports from Turkey: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Turkey exported sunflower seed worth $394.0 million (145.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 115 countries for exports of this product. That is 28% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% a year on average.
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 | $394.0M | 145.0K t |
| 2023 | $308.5M | 98.6K t |
| 2022 | $252.0M | 116.1K t |
| 2021 | $255.6M | 124.6K t |
| 2020 | $199.0M | 98.8K t |
| 2019 | $183.4M | 115.8K t |
| 2018 | $163.3M | 120.4K t |
| 2017 | $191.0M | 142.3K t |
Where Turkey exports sunflower seed to
Most of it went to Romania (15%), Ukraine (14%), Bulgaria (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 40%. Among the main buyer markets, Algeria grew fastest (+460% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Romania | $57.3M | 15% |
| Ukraine | $56.7M | 14% |
| Bulgaria | $42.2M | 11% |
| Russia | $37.5M | 9.5% |
| Iraq | $28.6M | 7.3% |
| Syria | $19.7M | 5% |
| Algeria | $18.8M | 4.8% |
| France | $18.7M | 4.7% |
| Kazakhstan | $17.2M | 4.4% |
| Austria | $12.8M | 3.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.72 per kg, 213% above the world average of $0.87. 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.
Sunflower seed imports to Turkey
Imports of sunflower seed by Turkey reached $201.9 million in 2024 (292.8 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 196 countries. Most of the value came from Moldova (34%), China (27%), Romania (13%). Among the main suppliers, Serbia grew fastest (+766% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Moldova | $68.6M | 34% |
| China | $54.8M | 27% |
| Romania | $25.9M | 13% |
| France | $12.0M | 6% |
| Ukraine | $9.5M | 4.7% |
| Russia | $8.9M | 4.4% |
| Bulgaria | $7.6M | 3.8% |
| Serbia | $4.6M | 2.3% |
| Argentina | $3.6M | 1.8% |
| United States | $1.3M | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
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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 1206: Sunflower seeds; whether or not broken.
Common questions
What is the value of sunflower seed exported by Turkey?
Turkey exported sunflower seed worth $394.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 145.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 115 countries worldwide, with 8% of world exports. The value was up 28% on 2023.
Which countries buy sunflower seed from Turkey?
Romania was the largest buyer with 15% of the value ($57.3 million), followed by Ukraine (14%) and Bulgaria (11%). The top three together account for 40%, out of 97 buyer countries in total. Algeria grew fastest among the top ten, up 460% on the year.
What is the average export price of sunflower seed per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.72 per kg in 2024, 213% above the world average of $0.87 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 exports of sunflower seed from Turkey changed since 2017?
Exports went from $191.0 million in 2017 to $394.0 million in 2024, an increase of 106%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Turkey also import sunflower seed?
Yes. Turkey imported $201.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Moldova, China and Romania. On balance Turkey is a net exporter of this product, by about $192.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for sunflower seed?
The HS code for sunflower seed is heading 1206. In Turkey all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 1206.00. It sits in HS chapter 12 (oil seeds and oleaginous fruits; miscellaneous grains, seeds and fruit, industrial or medicinal plants; straw and fodder). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1206 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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