Tropical veneer sheets imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Turkey imported tropical veneer sheets worth $11.9 million (3.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 55% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% a year on average.
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 | $11.9M | 3.9K t |
| 2023 | $7.7M | 3.7K t |
| 2022 | $6.1M | 3.3K t |
| 2021 | $3.1M | 2.5K t |
| 2020 | $6.1M | 9.1K t |
| 2019 | $3.4M | 2.2K t |
| 2018 | $2.8M | 1.8K t |
| 2017 | $4.5M | 2.9K t |
Where Turkey imports tropical veneer sheets from
Most of the value came from Gabon (38%), Italy (36%), China (15%). Among the main suppliers, Indonesia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Gabon | $4.5M | 38% |
| Italy | $4.2M | 36% |
| China | $1.8M | 15% |
| Indonesia | $533K | 4.5% |
| Cameroon | $358K | 3% |
| Ghana | $88K | 0.7% |
| Taiwan | $70K | 0.6% |
| Croatia | $70K | 0.6% |
| Netherlands | $62K | 0.5% |
| France | $43K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.03 per kg, 545% above the world average of $0.47. 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.
Tropical veneer sheets exports from Turkey
Exports of tropical veneer sheets by Turkey reached $1.2 million in 2024 (290 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Morocco (41%), Germany (9%), Lebanon (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Morocco grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Morocco | $475K | 41% |
| Germany | $100K | 8.6% |
| Lebanon | $89K | 7.6% |
| Egypt | $66K | 5.7% |
| Russia | $65K | 5.6% |
| Portugal | $57K | 4.9% |
| Slovakia | $52K | 4.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $52K | 4.4% |
| Iran | $30K | 2.5% |
| Bulgaria | $23K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey tropical veneer sheets imports (HS 4408.39): 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 4408.39: Wood, of tropical wood: as in Subheading note 2 to this Chapter, n.e.c. in heading no. 4408.31, sheets for veneer or plywood, other wood sawn length wise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or end-jointed, not thicker than 6mm.
Common questions
What is the value of tropical veneer sheets imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported tropical veneer sheets worth $11.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 152 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 55% on 2023.
Which countries supply tropical veneer sheets to Turkey?
Gabon was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($4.5 million), followed by Italy (36%) and China (15%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. Ghana grew fastest among the top ten, up 586% on the year.
What is the average import price of tropical veneer sheets per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.03 per kg in 2024, 545% above the world average of $0.47 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of tropical veneer sheets to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.5 million in 2017 to $11.9 million in 2024, an increase of 167%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.7 million a year.
Does Turkey also export tropical veneer sheets?
Yes. Turkey exported $1.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Morocco, Germany and Lebanon. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $10.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for tropical veneer sheets?
The HS code for tropical veneer sheets is subheading 4408.39. It sits in HS chapter 44 (wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4408 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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