Türkiye’s Construction Materials Exports and Government Support
Türkiye exported USD 3,027 million of cement, glass, ceramics and clay products in 8 months. Let’s grow your share.
According to Türkiye Exporters Assembly (TİM) data, Türkiye’s construction materials exports grew 1.9% between January and August 2026 compared with the same period last year. The US and Italy account for 22.7% of the total market. FIX runs market selection, reaching buyers and the government support application for export costs in a single team.
- USD 3,027MJanuary to August 2026 · TİM
- +3.7%change over the last 12 months
- 10 main marketsTİM country breakdown
Where do construction materials exports stand in 2026?
According to TİM data, Türkiye’s exports of cement, glass, ceramics and clay products between January and August 2026 reached USD 3.03 billion, up 1.9% on the same period last year.
Over the last 12 months they totalled USD 4.56 billion (+3.7%), a 1.64% share of total exports.
- January to August 2026
- USD 3,027M
- Annual change
- +1.9%
- Share of total exports
- 1.64%
- Last 12 months
- USD 4,556M
Source: TİM, consolidated export registration figures as of 31 August 2026 (USD thousand converted to USD million). The definition is TİM’s “Cement, Glass, Ceramics and Clay Products” line; products fall mostly under HS (GTİP) chapters 25 and 68 to 70.
Which countries buy the most construction materials from Türkiye?
| Country | January to August 2026 (USD million) | Change | Share |
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| US | 482 | +0.6% | 15.9% |
| Italy | 205 | +2.9% | 6.8% |
| Syria | 165 | +91.4% | 5.5% |
| Germany | 161 | −9.1% | 5.3% |
| United Kingdom | 142 | −3.1% | 4.7% |
| Romania | 97 | +7.0% | 3.2% |
| Bulgaria | 96 | +10.0% | 3.2% |
| France | 95 | −31.0% | 3.1% |
| Iraq | 80 | −27.4% | 2.6% |
| Spain | 78 | +8.7% | 2.6% |
Which markets are growing fastest?
We select the fastest-growing markets from countries that exceeded USD 20 million in the same period both last year and this year; we leave out jumps from a small base.
- LibyaUSD 46 million+104.0%
- SyriaUSD 165 million+91.4%
- BelgiumUSD 53 million+65.5%
- CanadaUSD 51 million+45.2%
- JordanUSD 72 million+36.7%
What drives success in construction materials exports?
The success factors we work on: getting your products onto construction sites worldwide, easing your cost burden and bringing your brand into projects.
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Technical certification and standards management
In international construction tenders, CE marking and sector quality certificates are the first requirement. We manage the application for the eligible part of these high-cost testing and certification expenses and plan your products’ technical acceptance process. -
Project-focused market analysis
We use data to track which countries have a housing or infrastructure push under way. We base your export route on customs data, regional construction reports and competitor analysis to help you reach the right target audience. -
TURQUALITY® and brand prestige
We aim to take your product beyond being a standard material and build brand value that prestigious projects prefer. By setting up a corporate structure to TURQUALITY® standards, we help you compete with global rivals on the strength of trust in your brand. -
Managing logistics and warehousing costs
For overseas warehousing costs, we plan to cover the eligible part of the warehouse rent with Overseas Unit Rent Support (Yurt Dışı Birim Kira Desteği); freight costs are not supported. By managing the costs of your local presence in target markets through grant programmes, we aim to support your profitability. -
Sales channels and partner structure
We support you in building strategic links with architectural practices, contractor groups and DIY retail chains. We work to find distributors to represent your brand in target markets and to build lasting B2B sales networks. -
Global visibility and promotion support
We plan which incentives can be used for the high costs of the world’s leading construction trade fairs and digital promotion. As you take your brand to a global audience, we run the grant application for the eligible part of your marketing spend.
Sourcing building materials from Türkiye
According to TİM, Türkiye exported USD 3.03 billion of cement, glass, ceramics and clay products from January to August 2026; the US and Italy take 22.7%. On a construction project, CE marking (CPR 305/2011) and lead times decide whether a supplier works for you. Through Import Consulting, FIX finds Turkish building materials manufacturers, checks their certificates and capacity, and manages quotations and samples on your behalf.
- Manufacturer search: we list producers of cement, glass, ceramics and clay products for your specification (mostly HS chapters 25 and 68 to 70).
- Certificate check: we review CE (CPR 305/2011) and ETA documents, test reports and references, and tell manufacturers from intermediaries.
- Quotation comparison: we set offers side by side in one report, then negotiate price, MOQ, payment terms and Incoterms for you.
- Samples and introduction: we handle correspondence and sampling and, with your approval, introduce you directly to the supplier you choose.
Which government support can construction materials companies use?
- Market Entry Certificate Support (Pazara Giriş Belgesi Desteği)Ministry of TradeSupport rate 50% support rate: 50% TRY 19,728,672
- International Trade Fair Support (Yurt Dışı Fuar Desteği)Ministry of TradeSupport rate 50% support rate: 50% TRY 3,698,274
- Overseas Unit Rent SupportMinistry of TradeSupport rate 50% support rate: 50% TRY 9,862,972
- Promotion Support (Tanıtım Desteği)Ministry of TradeSupport rate 50% support rate: 50% TRY 19,728,672
- Overseas Market Research Support (Yurt Dışı Pazar Araştırması Desteği)Ministry of TradeSupport rate 50% support rate: 50% TRY 490,559
- 1507 SME R&D Startup Grant ProgrammeTÜBİTAKSupport rate 75% support rate: 75% TRY 3,500,000
- Strategic Product Support ProgrammeKOSGEBrepayableSupport rate 80% support rate: 80% TRY 10,000,000
Source: current programme legislation of the relevant institutions. Limits may change under each institution’s current legislation; the exact amount is confirmed by the institution’s announcement during the application period.
Programmes are not listed in order of importance.
How does FIX work with construction materials companies?
We bring together the technical certification, market intelligence and financial support the sector needs under a single strategy.
We aim to take your products beyond local building material and make them prestigious building blocks of global construction.
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Operational agility and technical compliance
We manage the CE, ETA and local building certification processes that are critical in construction materials exports. We plan compliance with target markets’ safety and quality standards from the start and address technical barriers early as your products reach global projects. -
Data-driven market intelligence
We use data to analyse which regions’ construction projects and architectural practices need your products. By examining regional housing and infrastructure investment, we base your export route on field intelligence and plan a data-driven market entry that anticipates risk. -
Strategic financing and grants
We plan which government incentives can be used for your high-cost product testing, promotion and sample shipping costs. From international trade fairs to office and warehouse rents, we map the eligible processes to suitable support programmes. We then run the application for the part of your growth budget that qualifies.
Our solutions for the construction materials sector
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FIX model
International Trade Consulting (UTD®)
Who it’s forCompanies that want buyer research and strategic guidance
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FIX model
Hands-on Export and Business Development (KİVİG®)
Who it’s forCompanies that want a foreign trade team working in the field
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Corporate Development
TURQUALITY® Consulting
Who it’s forCompanies that want to move their brand into a higher value-added position
Client results
- Companies served
- 250+
- Active export clients
- 50+
- Target countries
- 150+
- Exports achievedto date
- 250 M $
Figures are compiled from FIX records and updated from a single source.
Some of the companies we work with
How do you export construction materials?
Exporting construction materials starts with choosing the right target market based on data and completing requirements such as CE marking (CPR 305/2011) before shipment.
The decisive step is reaching the person who makes the purchasing decision directly. FIX runs contact with contractor groups, architectural practices and distributors, market data and government support planning in a single team; we don’t stop at a report, we implement the process with you.
- Product and capacity analysisWe clarify your product group (mostly HS chapters 25 and 68 to 70), your production capacity and your export readiness.
- Target market selectionWe match the large and fast-growing markets in TİM data with your product and set the order of priority.
- Regulatory and document complianceWe plan target market requirements such as CE (CPR 305/2011) and the testing and certification steps.
- Direct contact with buyersWe reach the people who make the buying decision and manage meetings and quotations with you.
- Support planningWe plan trade fair, promotion, certification and market research costs around the right government support.
What government support is there for construction materials exports?
A significant share of construction materials companies’ export costs can be financed through government support. Examples include testing and certification, overseas warehouse rent and construction trade fairs. Support is open to companies registered in Türkiye. Foreign investors can apply once they have set up a company in Türkiye.
The right support depends on the cost item and company size; the relevant institution makes the final decision, and we prepare your application in its strongest form for that assessment.
- Support for overseas warehousing costsOverseas warehouse rent is one of the major burdens in construction materials exports. We plan Overseas Unit Rent Support (Yurt Dışı Birim Kira Desteği) for it and manage the application. This eases the cost of holding local stock in the target market.
- Product testing and certification grantsWe plan Market Entry Certificate Support (Pazara Giriş Belgesi Desteği) for the high-cost laboratory tests and certification needed to meet international standards. When part of the certification cost is covered by support, technical compliance puts less strain on your budget.
- Global visibility and trade fair promotion supportWe plan suitable incentives for the high participation costs of the world’s leading building and construction trade fairs. We manage the applications for International Trade Fair Support (Yurt Dışı Fuar Desteği) and promotion support. The applications cover your stand, trade fair material shipping and digital promotion costs.
What should you watch out for in construction materials exports?
- Technical certification and standards management: The first condition for taking part in international construction tenders and projects is technical certification. Getting CE, ETA and market-specific quality certificates right first time speeds up your products’ technical acceptance.
- Project-focused market analysis and intelligence: In construction materials, success comes not from general sales but from getting into large-scale housing and infrastructure projects. By using data to track which country has which construction push, we build your export route around architectural practices and contractor groups.
- Local presence and warehousing strategy: In a sector with heavy, bulky products, speed is the biggest competitive advantage. Supplying from a local warehouse or showroom in the target market shortens delivery times and makes it easier to keep to the contractor’s site schedule.
- Document timeline: Planning testing and certification time backwards from the project delivery date prevents delays in the site schedule.
- Support timing: Planning eligible expenditure before any payment is made means you don’t lose support you’re entitled to.
Other services
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Exports
Export Consulting
We run the export process with you, from market selection to order talks with buyers.
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Exports
Market Entry Project
A data-driven export roadmap; 50% of the cost can be covered by Ministry support.
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Exports
Target Market Research Report
We use data to show where your product is in demand, then prioritise those markets.
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Exports
Potential Customer List
We deliver a list of importers and decision-makers who fit your product, with verified contact details.
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Grants and incentives
Export Support
We plan trade fair, promotion and market entry costs with Ministry of Trade support.
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Corporate Development
TURQUALITY® Consulting
We run the TURQUALITY® process end to end, from application to audit and spending management.
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Grants and incentives
TÜBİTAK Consulting
We design and run your R&D and innovation projects under the TÜBİTAK programme that fits you.
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Grants and incentives
KOSGEB Consulting
We manage SME applications for start-up, capacity and digital transformation support.
Frequently asked questions
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How much construction material does Türkiye export?According to TİM’s Cement, Glass, Ceramics and Clay Products sector data, this group’s exports…
According to TİM’s Cement, Glass, Ceramics and Clay Products sector data, this group’s exports between January and August 2026 reached USD 3.03 billion. This is up 1.9% on the same period last year. Over the last 12 months they totalled USD 4.56 billion (+3.7%). Source: TİM, consolidated export registration figures as of 31 August 2026.
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How do you start exporting construction materials?You start exporting construction materials by clarifying your product’s HS (GTİP) classification…
You start exporting construction materials by clarifying your product’s HS (GTİP) classification (mostly chapters 25 and 68 to 70). Then you clarify the target market’s CE (CPR 305/2011) requirements. The sector’s first test is technical certification and standards management, so we put the certification and testing timeline first. In the Initial Analysis (Check-Up) meeting, we map out buyer contact and the support plan for your company step by step.
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How do you choose a target market for construction materials?In construction materials, we choose the target market by weighing growth rate, CE (CPR…
In construction materials, we choose the target market by weighing growth rate, CE (CPR 305/2011) compliance cost, customs duty, logistics cost and your price position. According to TİM data, the top five markets take 38.2% of the sector’s exports, with the US holding the largest share; competition is high in large markets and the logistics plan is decisive. Source: TİM, consolidated export registration figures as of 31 August 2026.
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Which grant and incentive programmes can construction materials companies apply for?Construction materials companies can apply for support programmes covering overseas warehouse…
Construction materials companies can apply for support programmes covering overseas warehouse rent, product testing and certification costs, and overseas trade fairs and promotion; freight costs are not supported. Depending on the type of spending, the Ministry of Trade’s Market Entry Certificate Support (Pazara Giriş Belgesi Desteği), International Trade Fair Support (Yurt Dışı Fuar Desteği) and promotion support may also apply. With the AIx® Incentive Robot, you can quickly see the programmes that suit your company; final eligibility depends on the relevant institution’s assessment.
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Which documents do you need to export construction materials?It varies by target market, but CE (CPR 305/2011) compliance is often required; products are…
It varies by target market, but CE (CPR 305/2011) compliance is often required; products are mostly classified under HS chapters 25 and 68 to 70. Testing and certification costs can be planned under Market Entry Certificate Support (Pazara Giriş Belgesi Desteği).
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When should you apply for support for construction materials exports?In construction materials, plan your support application before CE (CPR 305/2011) certification…
In construction materials, plan your support application before CE (CPR 305/2011) certification and before trade fair, promotion and market research spending begins. Some programmes expect an application or prior approval before payment. The CE certificate must be ready before the first shipment, so we build the support timeline around your shipment and trade fair dates from the outset.
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How does FIX work with construction materials companies?FIX brings together technical compliance, data-driven market intelligence and support…
FIX brings together technical compliance, data-driven market intelligence and support applications for construction materials companies in a single plan. We use the UTD® model for importer and distributor research, KİVİG® for overseas sales operations and HİT® for direct contact with project and procurement managers; we choose the starting model together in the Initial Analysis (Check-Up) meeting.