Titanium dioxide pigments (high grade) imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Turkey imported titanium dioxide pigments (high grade) worth $413.3 million (152.6 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 189 countries for imports of this product. That is 4% less than in 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 | $413.3M | 152.6K t |
| 2023 | $431.3M | 157.5K t |
| 2022 | $467.6M | 139.1K t |
| 2021 | $469.9M | 157.5K t |
| 2020 | $326.1M | 138.1K t |
| 2019 | $270.3M | 106.2K t |
| 2018 | $376.2M | 125.4K t |
| 2017 | $368.9M | 143.8K t |
Where Turkey imports titanium dioxide pigments (high grade) from
China alone supplied 53% of it. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+187% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $219.7M | 53% |
| Germany | $42.3M | 10% |
| United Kingdom | $27.6M | 6.7% |
| Mexico | $25.4M | 6.2% |
| Belgium | $24.7M | 6% |
| Netherlands | $18.9M | 4.6% |
| United States | $13.9M | 3.4% |
| Slovenia | $10.9M | 2.7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $7.9M | 1.9% |
| Norway | $4.8M | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.71 per kg, close to the world average of $2.79.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Titanium dioxide pigments (high grade) exports from Turkey
Exports of titanium dioxide pigments (high grade) by Turkey reached $15.6 million in 2024 (4.4 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Russia (23%), Kyrgyzstan (11%), Uzbekistan (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 44%. Among the main buyer markets, Kyrgyzstan grew fastest (+162% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Russia | $3.6M | 23% |
| Kyrgyzstan | $1.8M | 12% |
| Uzbekistan | $1.5M | 9.4% |
| Tajikistan | $1.1M | 7.1% |
| Libya | $859K | 5.5% |
| Iraq | $746K | 4.8% |
| Azerbaijan | $690K | 4.4% |
| Iran | $687K | 4.4% |
| Algeria | $583K | 3.7% |
| Kazakhstan | $557K | 3.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey titanium dioxide pigments (high grade) imports (HS 3206.11): 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 3206.11: Colouring matter: pigments and preparations based on titanium dioxide, containing 80% or more by weight of titanium dioxide calculated on the dry matter.
Common questions
What is the value of titanium dioxide pigments (high grade) imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported titanium dioxide pigments (high grade) worth $413.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 152.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 189 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was down 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply titanium dioxide pigments (high grade) to Turkey?
China was the largest supplier with 53% of the value ($219.7 million), followed by Germany (10%) and the United Kingdom (7%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 187% on the year.
What is the average import price of titanium dioxide pigments (high grade) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.71 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $2.79 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of titanium dioxide pigments (high grade) to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $368.9 million in 2017 to $413.3 million in 2024, an increase of 12%. The peak was 2021 at $469.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $390.4 million a year.
Does Turkey also export titanium dioxide pigments (high grade)?
Yes. Turkey exported $15.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Russia, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $397.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for titanium dioxide pigments (high grade)?
The HS code for titanium dioxide pigments (high grade) is subheading 3206.11. 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 3206 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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