Universal AC/DC motors imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Turkey imported universal ac/dc motors worth $37.5 million (8.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 3%. That is 41% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2020, at $89.4 million.
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 | $37.5M | 8.1K t |
| 2023 | $63.2M | 2.5K t |
| 2022 | $18.7M | 1.4K t |
| 2021 | $86.7M | 4.6K t |
| 2020 | $89.4M | 7.7K t |
| 2019 | $53.9M | 17.9K t |
| 2018 | $72.0M | 29.6K t |
| 2017 | $76.4M | 28.1K t |
Where Turkey imports universal ac/dc motors from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 80% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $30.0M | 80% |
| Slovenia | $2.2M | 5.9% |
| Germany | $838K | 2.2% |
| Italy | $592K | 1.6% |
| South Korea | $567K | 1.5% |
| Switzerland | $482K | 1.3% |
| France | $338K | 0.9% |
| Singapore | $281K | 0.8% |
| Thailand | $230K | 0.6% |
| Tunisia | $211K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.63 per kg, 45% below the world average of $8.45, 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.
Universal AC/DC motors exports from Turkey
Turkey exported $15.2 million of universal ac/dc motors in 2024 (1.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Iran (16%), Iraq (8%), Russia (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 30%. Among the main buyer markets, Romania grew fastest (+133% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Iran | $2.4M | 16% |
| Iraq | $1.2M | 7.8% |
| Russia | $993K | 6.5% |
| Romania | $686K | 4.5% |
| Germany | $662K | 4.4% |
| Algeria | $609K | 4% |
| Ukraine | $573K | 3.8% |
| Kazakhstan | $539K | 3.5% |
| United Kingdom | $459K | 3% |
| France | $441K | 2.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey universal ac/dc motors imports (HS 8501.20): 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 8501.20: Electric motors: universal AC/DC of an output exceeding 37.5W.
Common questions
What is the value of universal ac/dc motors imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported universal ac/dc motors worth $37.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 206 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 41% on 2023.
Which countries supply universal ac/dc motors to Turkey?
China was the largest supplier with 80% of the value ($30.0 million), followed by Slovenia (6%) and Germany (2%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 58 supplier countries in total. Tunisia grew fastest among the top ten, up 23% on the year.
What is the average import price of universal ac/dc motors per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.63 per kg in 2024, 45% below the world average of $8.45 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of universal ac/dc motors to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $76.4 million in 2017 to $37.5 million in 2024, a fall of 51%. The peak was 2020 at $89.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $62.2 million a year.
Does Turkey also export universal ac/dc motors?
Yes. Turkey exported $15.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Iran, Iraq and Russia. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $22.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for universal ac/dc motors?
The HS code for universal ac/dc motors is subheading 8501.20. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8501 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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