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Vietnam’s Natural Rubber Exports to Turkey in Q3 2025

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05
Oct

1. Import Growth in Turkey’s Natural Rubber Market

During the first seven months of 2025, Turkey’s demand for natural rubber (HS code 4001) recorded a notable increase compared with the same period in 2024.
Total import turnover reached nearly USD 316.8 million, up 14.8% year-on-year, reflecting the country’s gradual recovery in industrial production, especially in automobile manufacturing and tire production—the two sectors that account for the majority of natural rubber consumption in Turkey.

2. Key Suppliers to Turkey

According to data from TUIK (Turkish Statistical Institute):

  • Côte d’Ivoire unexpectedly surpassed Thailand and Indonesia to retain its leading position as Turkey’s top supplier of natural rubber, with an export value of over USD 145.3 million, accounting for 45.9% of total market share.

  • Thailand ranked second, with exports worth approximately USD 75.4 million, equivalent to 23.8% of the total.

  • Indonesia followed closely behind in third place, continuing to be a significant supplier despite facing competition from African producers.

3. Vietnam’s Export Performance

Vietnam ranked fourth among natural rubber suppliers to Turkey, with an export turnover of over USD 29.6 millionduring the same period.
This represented a 28.3% increase compared with the first seven months of 2024, indicating solid growth momentumand improved competitiveness in the Turkish market.

However, Vietnam’s share in Turkey’s total natural rubber imports was only 9.4%, significantly lower than the leading exporters from Africa and Southeast Asia.

4. Market Outlook

Turkey’s steady industrial expansion and rising demand for rubber-based products are expected to sustain import growth in the coming quarters.
For Vietnam, opportunities remain promising, particularly if exporters focus on:

  • Enhancing product quality and traceability to meet Turkish and EU standards.

  • Strengthening trade promotion and logistics efficiency to reduce costs.

  • Exploring long-term partnerships with Turkish tire manufacturers and industrial groups.

With continued improvements in supply capacity and market engagement, Vietnam’s natural rubber exports to Turkeyare likely to maintain their upward trajectory through the remainder of 2025.