Tomato paste exports from Turkey: data, top buyers and prices
Turkey exported $233.9 million of tomato paste in 2024 (176.9 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 138 countries. That is 12% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $463.4 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 | $233.9M | 176.9K t |
| 2023 | $264.6M | 165.2K t |
| 2022 | $463.4M | 309.1K t |
| 2021 | $211.3M | 209.6K t |
| 2020 | $175.0M | 157.0K t |
| 2019 | $172.7M | 139.2K t |
| 2018 | $169.9M | 154.9K t |
| 2017 | $164.4M | 159.0K t |
Where Turkey exports tomato paste to
The largest buyer markets were Iraq (34%), Italy (11%), Germany (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Libya grew fastest (+132% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Iraq | $79.7M | 34% |
| Italy | $24.7M | 11% |
| Germany | $19.5M | 8.3% |
| Japan | $16.2M | 6.9% |
| Saudi Arabia | $10.0M | 4.3% |
| France | $8.3M | 3.5% |
| Oman | $6.7M | 2.9% |
| Libya | $6.1M | 2.6% |
| Netherlands | $6.0M | 2.6% |
| United Kingdom | $5.5M | 2.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.32 per kg, close to the world average of $1.44.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Tomato paste imports to Turkey
Imports of tomato paste by Turkey reached $12.7 million in 2024 (9.7 thousand tonnes). One supplier dominates: Iran accounted for 73% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Iran | $9.3M | 73% |
| Spain | $1.7M | 13% |
| Egypt | $420K | 3.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $349K | 2.7% |
| Italy | $272K | 2.1% |
| Libya | $141K | 1.1% |
| China | $134K | 1.1% |
| France | $99K | 0.8% |
| United Kingdom | $90K | 0.7% |
| Greece | $86K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey tomato paste exports (HS 2002.90): 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 2002.90: Vegetable preparations: tomatoes, (other than whole or in pieces), prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid.
Common questions
What is the value of tomato paste exported by Turkey?
Turkey exported tomato paste worth $233.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 176.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 138 countries worldwide, with 5% of world exports. The value was down 12% on 2023.
Which countries buy tomato paste from Turkey?
Iraq was the largest buyer with 34% of the value ($79.7 million), followed by Italy (11%) and Germany (8%). The top three together account for 53%, out of 147 buyer countries in total. Libya grew fastest among the top ten, up 132% on the year.
What is the average export price of tomato paste per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.32 per kg in 2024, 8% below the world average of $1.44 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of tomato paste from Turkey changed since 2017?
Exports went from $164.4 million in 2017 to $233.9 million in 2024, an increase of 42%. The peak was 2022 at $463.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $231.9 million a year.
Does Turkey also import tomato paste?
Yes. Turkey imported $12.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Iran, Spain and Egypt. On balance Turkey is a net exporter of this product, by about $221.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for tomato paste?
The HS code for tomato paste is subheading 2002.90. It sits in HS chapter 20 (preparations of vegetables, fruit, nuts or other parts of plants). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2002 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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