In response to increased tariffs on finished Chinese steel and machinery, Chinese exporters are rerouting shipments through Türkiye; exporting semi-finished goods like steel billet for reprocessing in Turkish mills before re-export. From January to May 2025, 4.7 million tons of Chinese steel billets were exported globally; 10% destined for Türkiye (Reuters, July 17, 2025).

This creates sourcing potential for European manufacturers seeking competitively priced billet or value-added steel components. GTA helps global buyers access Turkish processing and re-export supply-chains, keeping products tariff-compliant.

Additionally, Turkish free zones like Mersin and Bursa allow bonded processing; assembling parts and sending them to the EU with zero tariffs under trade agreements.

Advice: Leverage Türkiye’s role as a re-export hub; coordinate with GTA to handle customs, duty exemptions, and potential Chinese/Turkish tax implications.

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