Wallpaper base paper imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of wallpaper base paper by Turkey reached $6.5 million in 2024 (4.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 169 countries. That is 17% 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 | $6.5M | 4.6K t |
| 2023 | $7.7M | 5.1K t |
| 2022 | $7.6M | 5.5K t |
| 2021 | $6.0M | 4.8K t |
| 2020 | $4.3M | 4.0K t |
| 2019 | $3.9M | 3.7K t |
| 2018 | $5.5M | 4.8K t |
| 2017 | $4.4M | 5.1K t |
Where Turkey imports wallpaper base paper from
The largest suppliers were France (32%), South Korea (22%), Germany (20%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+328% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $2.0M | 32% |
| South Korea | $1.4M | 22% |
| Germany | $1.3M | 20% |
| Finland | $1.2M | 18% |
| Sweden | $338K | 5.2% |
| China | $142K | 2.2% |
| Belgium | $10K | 0.2% |
| Italy | $4K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $4K | 0.1% |
| Australia | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.40 per kg, 38% below the world average of $2.24, 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.
Wallpaper base paper exports from Turkey
Exports of wallpaper base paper by Turkey reached $1.1 million in 2024 (89 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. United States alone took 69% of it. Among the main buyer markets, United Kingdom grew fastest (+169% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $754K | 69% |
| United Kingdom | $60K | 5.5% |
| Iran | $43K | 3.9% |
| Canada | $39K | 3.5% |
| Germany | $35K | 3.2% |
| Azerbaijan | $16K | 1.5% |
| Australia | $14K | 1.3% |
| Italy | $13K | 1.2% |
| France | $12K | 1.1% |
| Egypt | $7K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey wallpaper base paper imports (HS 4802.40): 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 4802.40: Uncoated paper and paperboard (not 4801 or 4803): wallpaper base, in rolls or sheets.
Common questions
What is the value of wallpaper base paper imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported wallpaper base paper worth $6.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 169 countries worldwide, with 6% of world imports. The value was down 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply wallpaper base paper to Turkey?
France was the largest supplier with 32% of the value ($2.0 million), followed by South Korea (22%) and Germany (20%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 328% on the year.
What is the average import price of wallpaper base paper per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.40 per kg in 2024, 38% below the world average of $2.24 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of wallpaper base paper to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.4 million in 2017 to $6.5 million in 2024, an increase of 45%. The peak was 2023 at $7.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.8 million a year.
Does Turkey also export wallpaper base paper?
Yes. Turkey exported $1.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, the United Kingdom and Iran. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $5.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for wallpaper base paper?
The HS code for wallpaper base paper is subheading 4802.40. It sits in HS chapter 48 (paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or paperboard). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4802 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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