# Top 50 chemical companies in Turkey

Tamtam tracks 110 chemical companies headquartered in Turkey. This list ranks the 50 largest by number of employees on LinkedIn, led by Şişecam, Eczacıbaşı Topluluğu and Tüpraş. Their median headcount is 860. Half of them were founded in 1969 or later. The most common headquarters are Istanbul (19), Izmir (4) and Ankara (3).

These chemical companies in Turkey are mostly large, established corporations, many of which are diversified holdings with significant industrial operations. Companies like Şişecam, a global player in glass and chemicals, and Tüpraş, a major oil refiner, are prominent. Eczacıbaşı Topluluğu is a group spanning ceramics, health, and technology, while Akkök Holding focuses on chemicals, energy, and real estate. SOCAR Türkiye is a key energy sector investor, and SASA is a leading polyester manufacturer.

A notable pattern among these companies is their strong concentration in Istanbul, which serves as the headquarters for many of the largest firms in the Turkish chemical and related industries. Several companies also show a broad reach beyond traditional chemicals, encompassing manufacturing, energy, and even defense.

🇹🇷 Turkey · 50 companies · Updated Nov 12, 2026

| # | Company | Industry | Headquarters | Employees | Founded |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Şişecam](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/sisecam) (sisecam.com)<br>Global player in glass and chemicals industry, operating in all core glass production areas, including flat glass, glassware, glass packaging, and glass fiber | Glass, Ceramics and Concrete Manufacturing | 🇹🇷 Istanbul | 8,006 | 1935 |
| 2 | [Eczacıbaşı Topluluğu](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/eczac-bas-toplulugu) (eczacibasi.com.tr)<br>Founded in 1942, the group operates in various industries such as bathroom, ceramics, consumer products, health, finance, and technology, contributing to societal development and sustainability | Manufacturing | 🇹🇷 Istanbul | 5,960 |  |
| 3 | [Tüpraş](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/tupras) (tupras.com.tr)<br>Refines crude oil, distributes fuel, transports goods, trades oil products, generates electricity, and invests in energy transition solutions. | Oil and Gas | 🇹🇷 Istanbul | 5,108 |  |
| 4 | [Akkök Holding](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/akkok-holding) (akkok.com.tr)<br>Established in 1952, a leading organization in the fields of chemicals, energy, and real estate, with a focus on global competition and achieving world-class standards | Holding Companies | 🇹🇷 Istanbul | 3,692 | 1952 |
| 5 | [SOCAR Türkiye](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/socar-turkiye) (socar.com.tr)<br>Leading in energy sector with investments in petrochemicals, refining, natural gas trading, distribution, and storage, supporting economic cooperation between Azerbaijan and Turkey | Oil and Gas | 🇹🇷 Istanbul | 2,926 |  |
| 6 | [Limak Group of Companies](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/limak-group-of-companies) (limak.com.tr)<br>Operating across diverse sectors including construction, energy, tourism, cement, infrastructure, technology, and food and beverage, with global and international operations. | Holding Companies | 🇹🇷 Ankara | 2,921 | 1976 |
| 7 | [SASA](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/sasa-adana) (sasa.com.tr)<br>A leading manufacturer in the polyester industry, known for its strong technical heritage and innovative culture, with a focus on production and distribution processes | Chemical Manufacturing | 🇹🇷 Adana | 2,915 | 1966 |
| 8 | [Erdemir](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/erdemir) (erdemir.com.tr)<br>Leading producer of flat steel in Turkey, supplying various industries with plates, hot/cold rolled steel, tin/coated steel, and other essential steel products | Mining | 🇹🇷 Ereğli | 2,472 | 1965 |
| 9 | [Adco](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/adco) (adco.com.tr)<br>Specializing in petroleum additives, oil & gas services, and lubricants for defense & aeronautics, with a focus on innovation and customer satisfaction | Oil and Gas | 🇹🇷 Istanbul | 2,356 | 1977 |
| 10 | [Evyap](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/evyap) (evyap.com.tr)<br>A leading manufacturer of personal care and hygiene products, exporting to over 100 countries, known for quality soap, shower gels, skincare, and more | Manufacturing | 🇹🇷 Istanbul | 2,298 | 1927 |
| 11 | [Yıldızlar Yatırım Holding](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/y-ld-zlar-yat-r-m-holding) (yildiz.com)<br>Operating across eight sectors with over 5,000 employees and stakeholders, contributing significantly to the national economy. | Holding Companies | 🇹🇷 Ataşehir | 2,043 |  |
| 12 | [Makine ve Kimya Endüstrisi A.Ş.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/makine-ve-kimya-endustrisi-a-s) (mke.gov.tr)<br>A longstanding organization specializing in defense industry products, providing high-quality weapons, ammunition, and military equipment, aiming to enhance Turkey's defense capabilities | Defense and Space Manufacturing | 🇹🇷 Ankara | 1,800 | 1453 |
| 13 | [Norm Holding](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/norm-holding) (normholding.com)<br>Established in 1973, the company began producing bolts with a strong commitment to innovation and quality, evolving into a leading partner for industrial solutions | Holding Companies | 🇹🇷 Çiğli | 1,783 | 2017 |
| 14 | [Eti Bakır A.Ş.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/eti-bak-r-a-s) (etibakir.com.tr)<br>Specializing in copper production, the company operates facilities for refining, electrolytic copper cathode production, and metal mining and processing, contributing significantly to the national economy | Mining | 🇹🇷 Türkiye | 1,772 | 1974 |
| 15 | [Kordsa](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/kordsa) (kordsa.com)<br>A global leader in reinforcement technologies, with expertise in tire, construction, and composite reinforcement materials and processes | Textile Manufacturing | 🇹🇷 İzmit | 1,636 |  |
| 16 | [ASAŞ ALÜMİNYUM SANAYİ VE TİCARET A.Ş.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/asas-aluminyum-sanayi-ve-ticaret-a-s) (asastr.com)<br>Manufacturing aluminum profiles, composite panels, flat products, PVC window and door systems, shutters, and architectural aluminum design products. | Manufacturing | 🇹🇷 Istanbul | 1,265 | 1990 |
| 17 | [Çimsa](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/cimsa) (cimsa.com.tr)<br>A leading brand in white cement globally, specializing in innovative cement products and supplying construction materials through international operations and a large distribution network | Wholesale Building Materials | 🇹🇷 Küçükbakkalköy | 1,258 |  |
| 18 | [Elif](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/elif) (elif.com)<br>Global provider of sustainable flexible packaging solutions, with a focus on innovation, customer collaboration, and a commitment to 100% recyclable packaging by 2025 | Packaging and Containers Manufacturing | 🇹🇷 Istanbul | 1,157 | 1972 |
| 19 | [Betek Boya ve Kimya Sanayi A.Ş. (Nippon Paint- Filli Boya - Fawori - Tempo - Dalmaçyalı)](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/betek-boya-ve-kimya-sanayi-a-s-nippon-paint-filli-boya-fawori-tempo-dalmacyal) (betek.com.tr)<br>Leader in manufacturing high-quality construction materials, paints, and heat insulation systems Acquired by a global player in 2019 | Chemical Manufacturing | 🇹🇷 Istanbul | 1,083 |  |
| 20 | [Petkim](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/petkim) (petkim.com.tr)<br>A leading producer of over 50 petrochemical products essential for various industries, committed to sustainable and environmentally friendly production while contributing to the national economy | Chemical Manufacturing | 🇹🇷 Izmir | 1,022 | 1965 |
| 21 | [Kale Grubu](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/kale-grubu) (kalegrubu.com.tr)<br>A diversified conglomerate operating in building materials, building chemicals, and defense/aerospace sectors, with a global presence and focus on sustainability and societal contributions | Wholesale Building Materials | 🇹🇷 Levent | 936 | 1957 |
| 22 | [DYO](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/dyo) (dyo.com.tr)<br>A leading player in the Turkish paint industry, offering innovative products, a wide range of colors, and custom color solutions through advanced technology | Chemical Manufacturing | 🇹🇷 Izmir | 914 | 1954 |
| 23 | [Aksa Akrilik Kimya Sanayii A.Ş.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/aksa-akrilik-kimya-sanayii-a-s) (aksa.com)<br>Global leader in acrylic fiber production, supplying textiles and technical textiles worldwide with a wide range of products and innovative solutions | Chemical Manufacturing | 🇹🇷 Yalova | 880 | 1968 |
| 24 | [KOROZO GROUP](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/korozo-group) (korozogroup.com)<br>A leading player in the packaging industry providing flexible food & non-food packaging, hygiene components, and household consumables for 50 years | Packaging and Containers Manufacturing | 🇹🇷 Esenyurt | 865 | 1973 |
| 25 | [Esan](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/esan) (esan.com.tr)<br>Leading producer and exporter of industrial and metallic minerals in Turkey, supplying high-quality raw materials for the ceramic sector globally, with a focus on sustainable practices | Mining | 🇹🇷 Istanbul | 860 | 1978 |
| 26 | [Kipaş Holding](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/kipas-holding) (kipas.com.tr)<br>A diversified holding with investments in textiles, cement, paper, energy, education, and logistics, employing 12,000 people and excelling in exports and R&D | Textile Manufacturing | 🇹🇷 Kahramanmaraş | 750 | 1984 |
| 27 | [OYAK Mining Metallurgy](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/oyak-mining-metallurgy) (erdemir.com.tr)<br>We are a leading producer of flat, long, and coated steel products, providing essential inputs to various industries and leading Turkey's industrial development | Mining | 🇹🇷 Istanbul | 713 | 1965 |
| 28 | [Izmir Demir Celik / IDC Steel](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/izmir-demir-celik-idc-steel) (izdemir.com.tr)<br>Leading long steel producer in Turkey with a focus on reinforcing steels, structural steels, and billets Also involved in energy and shipping sectors | Mining | 🇹🇷 Izmir | 710 | 1975 |
| 29 | [Limak Cement](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/limak-cement) (limakcimento.com)<br>A leading cement producer with 10 factories in Turkey, operations in Africa, international trade, R&D labs, sustainability focus, and commitment to UN Sustainable Development Goals | Wholesale Building Materials | 🇹🇷 Etimesgut | 695 | 2000 |
| 30 | [Eren Holding](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/eren-holding) (erenholding.com.tr)<br>A diversified business group with interests in textiles, energy, paper, packaging, retail, cement, and tourism, aiming for growth through strategic investments | Holding Companies | 🇹🇷 Ataşehir | 691 |  |
| 31 | [YILDIRIM GROUP](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/yildirim-group) (yildirimgroup.com)<br>A diversified global industrial conglomerate based in Istanbul, operating in 56 countries across 9 industries with over 25,000 employees worldwide | Construction | 🇹🇷 Sarıyer | 657 |  |
| 32 | [Eti Maden İşletmeleri Genel Müdürlüğü](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/eti-maden-isletmeleri-genel-mudurlugu) (etimaden.gov.tr)<br>The company is engaged in mining, metallurgy, and chemistry internationally, focusing on quality management systems, customer satisfaction, and financial strength to contribute to the economy | Chemical Manufacturing | 🇹🇷 Keçiören | 646 | 1935 |
| 33 | [Akkim Kimya Sanayi A.Ş.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/akkim-kimya-sanayi-a-s) (akkim.com.tr)<br>Leader in chemical production with a wide range of products serving various industries globally, specializing in basic and performance chemicals, expanding into advanced water treatment technologies | Chemical Manufacturing | 🇹🇷 Istanbul | 621 | 1977 |
| 34 | [Atabay Pharmaceuticals and Fine Chemicals](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/atabay-pharmaceuticals-and-fine-chemicals) (atabay.com)<br>A pharmaceutical and fine chemicals manufacturer with a history dating back to 1939, offering quality products for human and animal health | Chemical Manufacturing | 🇹🇷 Istanbul | 607 | 1939 |
| 35 | [Toros Tarım](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/toros-tar-m) (toros.com.tr)<br>A leading producer of mineral, water-soluble, and organic fertilisers in Turkey, with a strong presence in the agricultural industry | Chemical Manufacturing | 🇹🇷 Istanbul | 600 | 1974 |
| 36 | [MMK METALURJİ SANAYİ TİCARET VE LİMAN İŞLETMECİLİĞİ A.Ş.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/mmk-metalurji-sanayi-ticaret-ve-liman-isletmeciligi-a-s) (mmkturkey.com.tr)<br>Leading industrial enterprise in Turkey with investments in steel production, offering services such as pickling, cold rolling, galvanizing, and color coated products | Mining | 🇹🇷 Dörtyol | 562 | 2009 |
| 37 | [Kardemir Çelik Sanayi A.Ş.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/kardemir-celik-sanayi-a-s) (kar-demir.com.tr)<br>A leading steel company with over 40 years of experience, specializing in the production of a wide range of steel products for global export | Mining | 🇹🇷 Denizli | 557 | 1986 |
| 38 | [Saruhan Holding](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/saruhan-holding) (saruhan.com.tr)<br>Specializing in the production and distribution of electrical appliances, industrial cleaning machines, and a variety of detergents both locally and internationally | Investment Management | 🇹🇷 Istanbul | 550 | 1947 |
| 39 | [Ciner Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ciner-group) (cinergroup.com.tr)<br>An industrial conglomerate operating in Energy, Mining, Soda Ash, Glass, Chemicals, Maritime Shipping, and News, Entertainment sectors | Mining | 🇹🇷 Istanbul | 541 | 1978 |
| 40 | [Borçelik](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/borcelik) (borcelik.com)<br>Leading manufacturer of galvanized steel in Turkey with the highest quality, offering cold-rolled and hot dip galvanized steel products through strong partnerships | Mining | 🇹🇷 Gemlik | 539 | 1990 |
| 41 | [Bien Yapı Ürünleri](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/bien-yap-urunleri) (bienworld.com.tr)<br>Manufacturing and exporting ceramic tiles and bathroom products with advanced technology, certified quality, and extensive global distribution network. | Glass, Ceramics and Concrete Manufacturing | 🇹🇷 Istanbul | 535 | 2006 |
| 42 | [Kar Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/kar-group) (kar.biz.tr)<br>A leading provider of construction materials and services, offering a wide range of products like aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and structural elements Promotes career development and performance evaluation for employees | Mining | 🇹🇷 Gebze/Kocaeli | 531 | 1969 |
| 43 | [Akdeniz Chemson](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/akdeniz-chemson) (akdenizchemson.com)<br>A leading producer of polymer additives specializing in PVC stabilizer products, offering innovative and sustainable solutions globally | Chemical Manufacturing | 🇹🇷 Izmir | 521 |  |
| 44 | [Eti Maden](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/eti-maden) (etimaden.gov.tr)<br>Responsible for producing, operating, and marketing the country's boron minerals in accordance with relevant laws within the country | Mining | 🇹🇷 Ankara | 519 | 1934 |
| 45 | [Ravago Türkiye](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ravago-turkiye) (ravagoturkiye.com)<br>Global provider of raw materials to plastics, rubber, and chemical industries through distribution, manufacturing, and resale, with a focus on building and construction materials | Chemical Manufacturing | 🇹🇷 Ataşehir | 512 | 1961 |
| 46 | [KARESİ HOLDİNG](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/karesi-holding) (rbkaresi.com.tr)<br>A holding specializing in various industries and sectors through its diverse portfolio of businesses and investments | Textile Manufacturing | 🇹🇷 Bursa | 500 |  |
| 47 | [Gulsan Holding](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/gulsan-holding) (gulsanholding.com)<br>Established in 1934 as a transport company, the organization operates in textile, energy, construction, and automotive sectors with a global presence and advanced manufacturing facilities | Textile Manufacturing | 🇹🇷 Gaziantep | 499 | 1934 |
| 48 | [İGSAŞ İstanbul Gübre Sanayii A.Ş.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/igsas-istanbul-gubre-sanayii-a-s) (igsas.com.tr)<br>A leading player in the fertilizer industry, providing a wide range of products and services to support Turkish agriculture and farmers | Chemical Manufacturing | 🇹🇷 Kocaeli | 488 | 1971 |
| 49 | [Kaleseramik](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/kaleseramik) (kale.com.tr)<br>A leading player in the Turkish ceramic sector, specializing in tile production with a strong international presence in over 100 countries | Construction | 🇹🇷 Istanbul | 484 | 1957 |
| 50 | [Organik Kimya](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/organik-kimya) (organikkimya.com)<br>Specializes in polymer emulsions and specialty chemicals production, operating plants in Istanbul and Rotterdam with advanced automation for consistent quality | Chemical Manufacturing | 🇹🇷 Istanbul | 476 | 1924 |

## How this list is built

Every company on this list has a Tamtam company profile. The industry is the one the company gives on LinkedIn; categories such as SaaS or fintech are classified by Tamtam's AI from the company's website and LinkedIn page; and the headquarters city must match the company's own address. Companies are ranked by the number of employees on LinkedIn, and the list is refreshed every night. Classifications can be wrong, so treat the list as a starting point rather than an official ranking. Last updated Nov 12, 2026.

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