Türkiye-USA Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $31.51B total volume •Türkiye deficit: $44.56M

TürkiyeUSA

$15.73B

Exports (2023)

USATürkiye

$15.78B

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$44.56M

Deficit for Türkiye

Total Trade

$31.51B

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Türkiye and USA. Green line shows exports from Türkiye, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

Comprehensive breakdown of trade flows by product category, revealing the specialized nature of the Türkiye-USA commercial relationship and competitive positioning in global markets.

TürkiyeUSA Exports

$15.73B
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Highly Diversified
Market Share:
5.4% top product
1Jewellery: of precious metal (excluding silver) whether or not plated or clad with precious metal, and parts thereof
$849.96M
5.4% of exports
2Carpets and other textile floor coverings: woven, (not tufted or flocked), of man-made textile materials, of pile construction, made up, n.e.c. in item no. 5702.10 or 5702.20
$690.00M
4.4% of exports
3Petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, not crude: preparations n.e.c. containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals: these being the basic constituents of the preparations: waste oils
$628.36M
4.0% of exports
4Cement: portland, other than white, whether or not artificially coloured
$465.48M
3.0% of exports
5Electrical apparatus: photosensitive, including photovoltaic cells, whether or not assembled in modules or made up into panels, light-emitting diodes (LED)
$456.24M
2.9% of exports
6Turbines: parts of turbo-jets and turbo-propellers
$368.38M
2.3% of exports
7Metals: silver, unwrought, (but not powder)
$300.43M
1.9% of exports
8Marble, travertine and alabaster: articles thereof, (other than simply cut or sawn, with a flat or even surface)
$248.87M
1.6% of exports
9Juice: apple, of a Brix value exceeding 20, unfermented, not containing added spirit, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter
$220.85M
1.4% of exports
10Tractors: n.e.c. in heading no 8701 (other than tractors of heading no 8709): of an engine power exceeding 37kW but not exceeding 75kW
$210.04M
1.3% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Türkiye's export portfolio to USA demonstrates strong diversification across multiple sectors, with jewellery: of precious metal (excluding silver) whether or not plated or clad with precious metal, and parts thereof representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

USATürkiye Imports

$15.78B
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Well Diversified
Critical Imports:
11.0% concentration
1Ferrous waste and scrap: n.e.c. in heading no. 7204
$1.73B
11.0% of imports
2Aeroplanes and other aircraft: of an unladen weight exceeding 15,000kg
$1.19B
7.6% of imports
3Petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: liquefied, natural gas
$1.05B
6.6% of imports
4Cotton: not carded or combed
$690.72M
4.4% of imports
5Petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: liquefied, n.e.c. in heading no. 2711
$578.26M
3.7% of imports
6Alcohols: acyclic, diols: ethylene glycol (ethanediol)
$373.14M
2.4% of imports
7Coal: bituminous, whether or not pulverised, but not agglomerated
$358.27M
2.3% of imports
8Ethylene polymers: in primary forms, polyethylene having a specific gravity of less than 0.94
$276.08M
1.7% of imports
9Metals: gold, non-monetary, unwrought (but not powder)
$265.11M
1.7% of imports
10Blood, human or animal, antisera, other blood fractions and immunological products: immunological products, put up in measured doses or in forms or packings for retail sale
$251.10M
1.6% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Türkiye's import pattern from USA reveals strategic sourcingin ferrous waste and scrap: n.e.c. in heading no. 7204, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Türkiye demonstrates competitive strength in exportingjewellery: of precious metal (excluding silver) whether or not plated or clad with precious metal, and parts thereof to USA, leveraging comparative advantages.

Export Leader in 20+ Categories
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Trade Complementarity

The bilateral relationship showsstrongcomplementarity, with each country specializing in different sectors.

Highly Balanced
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Growth Potential

The $31.51B trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Major Partnership

Executive Summary: Türkiye-USA Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $31.51 billionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Türkiye maintains a deficit of $44.56 million
  • Export Focus: Türkiye's primary exports include jewellery: of precious metal (excluding silver) whether or not plated or clad with precious metal, and parts thereof, carpets and other textile floor coverings: woven, (not tufted or flocked), of man-made textile materials, of pile construction, made up, n.e.c. in item no. 5702.10 or 5702.20, petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, not crude: preparations n.e.c. containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals: these being the basic constituents of the preparations: waste oils
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from USA include ferrous waste and scrap: n.e.c. in heading no. 7204, aeroplanes and other aircraft: of an unladen weight exceeding 15,000kg, petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: liquefied, natural gas

Strategic Trade Indicators

Trade IntensityHigh
Export DiversificationDiversified
Trade Balance HealthBalanced

📈 Market Position: This bilateral trade relationship represents a significant global trade partnerships, with complementary economic strengths driving sustained commercial exchange.

Historical Trade Analysis & Economic Context

Trade Evolution Timeline

2019-2023: Recent Trends

Current trade volume of $31.51B represents the culmination of evolving bilateral commercial relationships, influenced by global supply chain shifts and changing economic priorities.

2015-2019: Growth Period

Sustained expansion in bilateral trade driven by complementary economic structures, with Türkiye leveraging its comparative advantages in jewellery: of precious metal (excluding silver) whether or not plated or clad with precious metal, and parts thereof.

2010-2015: Foundation Building

Establishment of modern trade frameworks and reduction of barriers, facilitating increased commercial exchange and investment flows between the two economies.

Pre-2010: Early Development

Initial stages of bilateral trade relationship development, with focus on traditional export-import patterns and gradual market integration.

Key Economic Drivers

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Comparative Advantage

Türkiye's specialization in jewellery: of precious metal (excluding silver) whether or not plated or clad with precious metal, and parts thereofcomplements USA's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in ferrous waste and scrap: n.e.c. in heading no. 7204.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $31.51B bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationLow
Market DependencyModerate
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $31.51B bilateral trade volume positions this relationship for continued growth, supported by technological advancement, evolving consumer preferences, and strengthening economic ties. Key opportunities lie in expanding cooperation in emerging sectors while managing potential supply chain vulnerabilities.

Economic Impact & Strategic Outlook

Economic Impact Assessment

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Trade Volume Impact

The $31.51 billion bilateral trade volume represents a significant economic factorfor both economies.

Economic Significance: High
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in jewellery: of precious metal (excluding silver) whether or not plated or clad with precious metal, and parts thereof and ferrous waste and scrap: n.e.c. in heading no. 7204 demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Diversified
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Trade Balance Effects

Türkiye's trade deficit of $44.56 million impacts its overall economic position in this bilateral relationship.

Balance Impact: Well Balanced

Strategic Future Outlook

🚀Growth Opportunities

Emerging Sectors
Technology transfer and innovation cooperation in carpets and other textile floor coverings: woven, (not tufted or flocked), of man-made textile materials, of pile construction, made up, n.e.c. in item no. 5702.10 or 5702.20 present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on ferrous waste and scrap: n.e.c. in heading no. 7204, new product categories offer potential for trade expansion.

⚠️Risk Factors

Supply Chain Vulnerabilities
Moderate concentration in key sectors requires monitoring
Market Competition
Global competition in jewellery: of precious metal (excluding silver) whether or not plated or clad with precious metal, and parts thereof may affect future market positioning.

🎯Strategic Recommendations

  • Strengthen cooperation in high-value sectors beyond current trade patterns
  • Develop alternative supply chains to reduce dependency risks
  • Explore joint ventures in emerging technology sectors
  • Enhance trade facilitation and reduce transaction costs

Market Position & Competitive Summary

The bilateral trade relationship between Türkiye and USA represents a total trade volume of $31.51 billion in 2023. This partnership demonstrates an unfavorable trade balance for Türkiye, with imports exceeding exportsby $44.56 million.

Export Strengths

Türkiye's exports to USA total $15.73 billion, with competitive advantages in jewellery: of precious metal (excluding silver) whether or not plated or clad with precious metal, and parts thereof, representing $849.96M or5.4% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from USA amount to $15.78 billion, highlighting economic interdependence in ferrous waste and scrap: n.e.c. in heading no. 7204, with Ferrous waste and scrap: n.e.c. in heading no. 7204 comprising11.0% of total imports.

The trade relationship reflects broader economic patterns and comparative advantages. The trade deficit indicates Türkiye's strategic sourcing from USA. This partnership is characterized by complementary trade flows, with each country specializing in different product categories based on their respective economic strengths, industrial capabilities, and position in global value chains.

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Data Source: CEPII BACI (Base pour l'Analyse du Commerce International) • Last Updated: January 2025 • Coverage: 1995-2023