Abrasive paper imports in Iraq: data, top suppliers and prices
Iraq imported $3.3 million of abrasive paper in 2024 (689 tonnes). That is 63% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 20% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3.3M | 689 t |
| 2023 | $2.0M | 467 t |
| 2022 | $1.7M | 332 t |
| 2021 | $2.2M | 450 t |
| 2020 | $2.0M | 378 t |
| 2019 | $1.2M | 284 t |
| 2018 | $999K | 218 t |
| 2017 | $916K | 189 t |
Where Iraq imports abrasive paper from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 72% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+74% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.4M | 72% |
| Turkey | $681K | 21% |
| Saudi Arabia | $105K | 3.2% |
| Portugal | $101K | 3.1% |
| Germany | $14K | 0.4% |
| Lebanon | $13K | 0.4% |
| Italy | $8K | 0.2% |
| Poland | $5K | 0.2% |
| India | $1K | 0% |
| Estonia | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.76 per kg, 42% below the world average of $8.20, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Iraq?
The shipment records behind Iraq abrasive paper imports (HS 6805.20): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 6805.20: Abrasive powder or grain: natural or artificial, on a base of paper or paperboard only, whether or not cut to shape or sewn or otherwise made up.
Common questions
What is the value of abrasive paper imported by Iraq?
Iraq imported abrasive paper worth $3.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 689 tonnes. That ranks it 67th of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 63% on 2023.
Which countries supply abrasive paper to Iraq?
China was the largest supplier with 72% of the value ($2.4 million), followed by Turkey (21%) and Saudi Arabia (3%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 13 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 119% on the year.
What is the average import price of abrasive paper per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.76 per kg in 2024, 42% below the world average of $8.20 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of abrasive paper to Iraq changed since 2017?
Imports went from $916 thousand in 2017 to $3.3 million in 2024, an increase of 258%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for abrasive paper?
The HS code for abrasive paper is subheading 6805.20. It sits in HS chapter 68 (stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica or similar materials; articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6805 page.
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