Zinc slag (hard spelter) exports from Turkey: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Turkey exported zinc slag (hard spelter) worth $14.1 million (5.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 91 countries. That is 50% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 27% a year on average.
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 | $14.1M | 5.6K t |
| 2023 | $9.4M | 3.9K t |
| 2022 | $10.4M | 3.4K t |
| 2021 | $4.4M | 1.7K t |
| 2020 | $3.4M | 1.7K t |
| 2019 | $2.5M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $3.4M | 1.3K t |
| 2017 | $2.6M | 1.1K t |
Where Turkey exports zinc slag (hard spelter) to
Most of it went to Romania (34%), India (30%), Belgium (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Malaysia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Romania | $4.8M | 34% |
| India | $4.2M | 30% |
| Belgium | $2.1M | 15% |
| Malaysia | $1.6M | 11% |
| Norway | $1.2M | 8.7% |
| Sri Lanka | $186K | 1.3% |
| South Korea | $52K | 0.4% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.52 per kg, close to the world average of $2.10.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Zinc slag (hard spelter) imports to Turkey
Imports of zinc slag (hard spelter) by Turkey reached $626 thousand in 2024 (419 tonnes). Serbia alone supplied 73% of it. Among the main suppliers, Serbia grew fastest (+438% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Serbia | $456K | 73% |
| Ukraine | $121K | 19% |
| United States | $29K | 4.7% |
| Philippines | $20K | 3.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey zinc slag (hard spelter) exports (HS 2620.11): 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 2620.11: Slag, ash and residues: (not from the manufacture of iron or steel), containing mainly zinc, hard zinc spelter.
Common questions
What is the value of zinc slag (hard spelter) exported by Turkey?
Turkey exported zinc slag (hard spelter) worth $14.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 91 countries worldwide, with 5% of world exports. The value was up 50% on 2023.
Which countries buy zinc slag (hard spelter) from Turkey?
Romania was the largest buyer with 34% of the value ($4.8 million), followed by India (30%) and Belgium (15%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 7 buyer countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 130% on the year.
What is the average export price of zinc slag (hard spelter) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.52 per kg in 2024, 20% above the world average of $2.10 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of zinc slag (hard spelter) from Turkey changed since 2017?
Exports went from $2.6 million in 2017 to $14.1 million in 2024, an increase of 443%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $6.3 million a year.
Does Turkey also import zinc slag (hard spelter)?
Yes. Turkey imported $626 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Serbia, Ukraine and the United States. On balance Turkey is a net exporter of this product, by about $13.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for zinc slag (hard spelter)?
The HS code for zinc slag (hard spelter) is subheading 2620.11. It sits in HS chapter 26 (ores, slag and ash). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2620 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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