Veneer sheets imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Turkey imported veneer sheets worth $104.1 million (126.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 6% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% 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 | $104.1M | 126.7K t |
| 2023 | $97.8M | 112.8K t |
| 2022 | $73.0M | 76.8K t |
| 2021 | $42.8M | 62.7K t |
| 2020 | $36.6M | 57.6K t |
| 2019 | $33.7M | 40.7K t |
| 2018 | $42.7M | 64.5K t |
| 2017 | $48.5M | 81.0K t |
Where Turkey imports veneer sheets from
The largest suppliers were Russia (44%), China (9%), United States (9%). Among the main suppliers, Vietnam grew fastest (+120% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Russia | $46.3M | 45% |
| China | $9.5M | 9.2% |
| United States | $9.1M | 8.7% |
| Ukraine | $7.9M | 7.6% |
| Italy | $7.8M | 7.5% |
| Gabon | $4.6M | 4.4% |
| Vietnam | $3.7M | 3.5% |
| Romania | $2.1M | 2% |
| Spain | $1.9M | 1.8% |
| Finland | $1.9M | 1.8% |
Product types under HS 4408
| 4408.90 | Wood: n.e.c. in heading no. 4408, sheets for veneer or plywood, other wood sawn lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or… | 86% |
| 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… | 11% |
| 4408.10 | Wood: coniferous, sheets for veneering (including those obtained by slicing laminated wood), for plywood or similar laminated wood and other wood… | 3% |
| 4408.31 | Wood, tropical: as specified in Subheading Note 2 to this Chapter, dark red meranti, light red meranti, meranti bakau, sheets for veneer, plywood or… | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 4408.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.82 per kg, close to the world average of $0.90.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Veneer sheets exports from Turkey
Turkey exported $36.5 million of veneer sheets in 2024 (13.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Egypt (18%), Iran (14%), Italy (13%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 45%. Among the main buyer markets, Kazakhstan grew fastest (+77% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $6.4M | 18% |
| Iran | $5.1M | 14% |
| Italy | $4.8M | 13% |
| Morocco | $2.1M | 5.8% |
| Spain | $2.0M | 5.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.8M | 5% |
| Romania | $1.5M | 4.2% |
| Kazakhstan | $1.4M | 3.8% |
| Uzbekistan | $1.1M | 3% |
| Portugal | $854K | 2.3% |
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 4408: Sheets for veneering (including those obtained by slicing laminated wood), for plywood or for similar laminated wood and other wood, sawn lengthwise, sliced or peeled, planed or not, sanded, spliced or end-jointed, of a thickness not exceeding 6 mm.
Common questions
What is the value of veneer sheets imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported veneer sheets worth $104.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 126.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 197 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply veneer sheets to Turkey?
Russia was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($46.3 million), followed by China (9%) and the United States (9%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 49 supplier countries in total. Vietnam grew fastest among the top ten, up 120% on the year.
What is the average import price of veneer sheets per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.82 per kg in 2024, 9% below the world average of $0.90 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 veneer sheets to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $48.5 million in 2017 to $104.1 million in 2024, an increase of 115%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Turkey also export veneer sheets?
Yes. Turkey exported $36.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Egypt, Iran and Italy. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $67.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for veneer sheets?
The HS code for veneer sheets is heading 4408. In Turkey the largest six-digit codes were 4408.90 (86% of the value) and 4408.39 (11%). 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?
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