Tanning extract imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of tanning extract by Turkey reached $10.4 million in 2024 (5.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 9th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 157 countries. 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 | $10.4M | 5.6K t |
| 2023 | $10.6M | 5.9K t |
| 2022 | $10.9M | 6.8K t |
| 2021 | $10.8M | 7.8K t |
| 2020 | $7.4M | 4.8K t |
| 2019 | $9.6M | 7.6K t |
| 2018 | $7.3M | 5.4K t |
| 2017 | $10.1M | 6.8K t |
Where Turkey imports tanning extract from
Most of the value came from South Africa (41%), Argentina (30%), Brazil (15%). Among the main suppliers, Brazil grew fastest (+364% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $4.3M | 41% |
| Argentina | $3.1M | 30% |
| Brazil | $1.5M | 15% |
| Slovenia | $334K | 3.2% |
| Italy | $328K | 3.2% |
| India | $210K | 2% |
| France | $146K | 1.4% |
| Belgium | $114K | 1.1% |
| Peru | $92K | 0.9% |
| Spain | $80K | 0.8% |
Product types under HS 3201
| 3201.20 | Tanning extracts of vegetable origin: wattle extract | 57% |
| 3201.10 | Tanning extracts of vegetable origin: quebracho extract | 31% |
| 3201.90 | Tanning extracts of vegetable origin: tannins and their salts, ethers, esters and other derivatives, (excluding quebracho or wattle extract) | 11% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3201.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.87 per kg, 26% below the world average of $2.54, 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.
Tanning extract exports from Turkey
In 2024, Turkey exported tanning extract worth $5.8 million (2.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. The largest buyer markets were Russia (30%), France (17%), Mexico (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Belarus grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Russia | $1.7M | 30% |
| France | $991K | 17% |
| Mexico | $809K | 14% |
| Iran | $403K | 6.9% |
| Uzbekistan | $264K | 4.5% |
| United Kingdom | $228K | 3.9% |
| Italy | $227K | 3.9% |
| Peru | $137K | 2.4% |
| Belgium | $129K | 2.2% |
| Belarus | $119K | 2% |
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 3201: Tanning extracts of vegetable origin; tannins and their salts, ethers, esters and other derivatives.
Common questions
What is the value of tanning extract imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported tanning extract worth $10.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 157 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply tanning extract to Turkey?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($4.3 million), followed by Argentina (30%) and Brazil (15%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. Brazil grew fastest among the top ten, up 364% on the year.
What is the average import price of tanning extract per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.87 per kg in 2024, 26% below the world average of $2.54 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 imports of tanning extract to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.1 million in 2017 to $10.4 million in 2024, an increase of 3%. The peak was 2022 at $10.9 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Turkey also export tanning extract?
Yes. Turkey exported $5.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Russia, France and Mexico. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $4.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for tanning extract?
The HS code for tanning extract is heading 3201. In Turkey the largest six-digit codes were 3201.20 (57% of the value) and 3201.10 (31%). It sits in HS chapter 32 (tanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments and other colouring matter; paints, varnishes; putty, other mastics; inks). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3201 page.
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