China vs Turkey: Solar Import Comparison 2026
Compare every aspect of importing solar panels to China and Turkey β tariffs, certifications, logistics, and market dynamics side by side.
Both China and Turkey offer distinct import dynamics. Review the metrics below to pick the right sourcing strategy for your project.
| Metric | π China Asia | π Turkey Europe/Asia |
|---|---|---|
| Import Duty | N/A (world's largest solar manufacturing base) | 0% (as of 2024; Additional Customs Duty scheme changes annually) |
| Anti-Dumping | N/A | None |
| VAT / Sales Tax | 13% VAT (rebate on export: 13% for most solar products) | 20% KDV |
| CBAM Applicable | β No | β No |
| Main Ports | Shanghai, Ningbo-Zhoushan, Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Qingdao | Istanbul (AmbarlΔ±), Izmir, Mersin |
| Typical Lead Time | Domestic: 5-10 days; Export: 2-7 days to port | 25-32 days sea freight from Shanghai |
| Preferred Incoterms | FOB Shanghai/Ningbo, EXW factory, CIF anywhere | CIF Istanbul, CIF Mersin |
| Top Brands | JinkoSolar, LONGi, Trina Solar, JA Solar, Canadian Solar | JinkoSolar, LONGi, Trina Solar, Kalyon (local), CW Enerji (local) |
| Popular Wattage | 580-640W bifacial TOPCon (2026 standard), 700-730W (high-power utility) | 540-600W bifacial (YEKA auctions), 430-480W (rooftop) |
| Q1 2026 Landed Price | FOB Shanghai TOPCon 580W: ~$0.082-0.092/W (Q1 2026). Spot market volatility high β lock with TT 30% deposit. | Landed CIF Istanbul TOPCon 560W: ~$0.095/W. Lira volatility β prefer USD contracts with 50% TT deposit. |
Regulatory Notes
π China
Home to 80%+ of global module supply. Export VAT rebate of 13% factored into FOB. Shanghai/Ningbo are biggest ports. Customs clearance varies by province. New "dual-side tape" packaging standard reduces shipping damage.
π Turkey
YEKA auction program drives 1+ GW/year of utility solar. Local content requirement for government projects (minimum 55% local). Currency volatility = payment risk.
JUST SOLAR β China Delivery
JUST SOLAR is based in Shanghai β visit our factories, audit samples, or consolidate LCL shipments to any port.
JUST SOLAR β Turkey Delivery
JUST SOLAR ships USD-denominated to Turkish distributors with flexible terms during lira volatility.
π Sourcing to both markets?
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