Chemical Industry

Industry Overview

The Turkish chemical industry comprises facilities producing various chemical raw materials and consumer products. The sector features a diverse range of companies, from small and medium-sized enterprises to large-scale multinational corporations that are among the world's major producers. With a weighted capacity utilization rate of 75.3%, the chemical industry stands as a capital and technology-intensive sector.

Strategic Location & Infrastructure

The chemical industry is strategically located in Turkey's coastal regions due to logistical advantages. Major production hubs include Istanbul, Kocaeli, and Sakarya in the Marmara Region, Izmir in the Aegean Region, and significant facilities in the Mediterranean Region. This strategic positioning facilitates both domestic distribution and international trade.

Turkey's position on an energy corridor provides a significant advantage for the sector's growth. The industry maintains strong export relationships with various regions, from Europe to Africa, South America, and the Far East, with European Union countries holding a particularly important position in chemical exports.

Production Excellence

The chemical sector is a cornerstone of Turkey's economy, contributing significantly to both production and foreign trade. It accounts for 10% of the country's total exports and employs approximately 300,000 people. Turkey ranks second in Europe's plastics production, seventh globally, and fifth in European paint production.