China → Turkey
Turkey Market Entry for Chinese Companies
Multiligo helps Chinese companies find buyers, distributors and partners in Turkey: we pre-qualify Turkish counterparts, set up and attend B2B meetings with interpretation, and report every month. China is Turkey’s largest import source: Turkey imported USD 49.6 billion of goods from China in 2025 (Turkish MFA).
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How big is trade between China and Turkey?
China is Turkey’s largest import source: Turkey imported USD 49.6 billion of goods from China in 2025 (Turkish MFA).
| Indicator | Figure and source |
|---|---|
| Turkey’s imports from China (2025) | USD 49.6 billion, Turkey’s largest import source (Turkish MFA, TurkStat data) |
| Bilateral trade volume (2025) | USD 52.9 billion (Turkish MFA) |
| Main imports from China | Mobile phones, computers and data processing equipment, audio-video equipment, compressors and converters (Turkish MFA) |
| Trade agreement | No free trade agreement (Turkish Ministry of Trade) |
Why do Chinese companies look at Turkey?
Chinese companies look at Turkey for its domestic market, its industrial base and its position between several regions, and for partners who already know those markets.
- Turkey and China signed a memorandum in 2015 to align Turkey’s Middle Corridor initiative with the Belt and Road Initiative, which keeps logistics and connectivity on the bilateral agenda.
- Main Chinese products imported into Turkey are phones, computers, audio-video equipment, compressors and converters, so electronics and equipment distributors are an established channel (Turkish MFA).
- Turkey sits between Europe, the Middle East, the Caucasus and Central Asia, with a large domestic market and a broad manufacturing base.
There is no free trade agreement between China and Turkey. Turkey applies additional customs duties and trade-defence measures to a range of products from countries it has no trade agreement with, and has applied specific measures to vehicles. Check the current duty and any additional measures for your HS code with the Turkish Ministry of Trade before pricing.
Which sectors do we explore with Chinese companies?
For Chinese companies we most often look for Turkish counterparts in these sectors; fit always depends on the product and its positioning.
Machinery & industrial equipment
Dealers, integrators and manufacturers sourcing machinery, automation and components.
Electronics & components
Distributors and manufacturers that integrate electronic components and devices.
Construction & building technology
Building materials and systems for distributors, contractors and developers.
Renewable energy equipment
Distributors and EPC companies working on solar and energy storage projects.
What should Chinese companies know about working with Turkish partners?
China is 5 hours ahead of Turkey (Turkey uses UTC+3 all year). We schedule calls in the Chinese afternoon, which is the Turkish morning.
- Turkish buyers usually ask early about after-sales service, spare parts and warranty handling in Turkey; preparing this upfront shortens discussions.
- Duties and trade-defence measures can change the landed price, so we confirm price expectations with buyers early in pre-qualification.
- English works for most meetings with internationally active Turkish companies; we coordinate Turkish interpretation where needed.
Our process (brief, target list, pre-qualification, meetings, debrief, monthly report) is described on the Turkey market entry page.
How does Multiligo work alongside China’s trade promotion bodies?
China’s trade promotion bodies provides market information and programmes for Chinese companies; Multiligo adds company-level execution in Turkey: finding, qualifying and meeting specific Turkish companies.
Chinese companies often combine support from their own trade promotion bodies and chambers with local partners on the ground. Multiligo works at company level: we find specific Turkish counterparts, contact them, and manage meetings and follow-up.
Organisations that support Chinese companies abroad can work with us through the Partner Program.
Frequently asked questions
Can Multiligo help Chinese companies find a distributor in Turkey?
Yes. We identify and pre-qualify Turkish distributors, importers and partners for Chinese companies, set up the meetings, attend them with interpretation and report every month.
Are there extra import duties on Chinese products in Turkey?
For some products, yes. Turkey applies additional duties and trade-defence measures to certain goods from countries without a trade agreement. Check your HS code with the Turkish Ministry of Trade or a customs broker before pricing.
Do Turkish buyers expect local service for Chinese machinery?
Usually yes. Dealers and industrial buyers want to know who installs, services and stocks spare parts in Turkey. A local service partner or a dealer with its own technical team makes discussions much easier.
Official sources
- Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Türkiye–China economic and trade relations
- Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Trade: free trade agreements
- Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Trade
- EY Global Tax News: Türkiye additional duties on motor cars (2025)
- Invest in Türkiye: Investment Office of the Presidency of the Republic of Türkiye
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