Calendering machines imports in Iraq: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Iraq imported calendering machines worth $8.0 million (357 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 1442% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 89% 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 | $8.0M | 357 t |
| 2023 | $517K | 84 t |
| 2022 | $770K | 48 t |
| 2021 | $1.7M | 59 t |
| 2020 | $161K | 13 t |
| 2019 | $691K | 34 t |
| 2018 | $194K | 36 t |
| 2017 | $93K | 8 t |
Where Iraq imports calendering machines from
One supplier dominates: Turkey accounted for 53% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+60% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $4.2M | 53% |
| Italy | $3.4M | 42% |
| China | $337K | 4.2% |
| United States | $22K | 0.3% |
| Kuwait | $4K | 0.1% |
| Spain | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $22.36 per kg, 165% above the world average of $8.43. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
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 calendering machines imports (HS 8420.10): 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 8420.10: Machines: calendering or other rolling machines, for other than metal or glass.
Common questions
What is the value of calendering machines imported by Iraq?
Iraq imported calendering machines worth $8.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 357 tonnes. That ranks it 25th of 185 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports.
Which countries supply calendering machines to Iraq?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 53% of the value ($4.2 million), followed by Italy (42%) and China (4%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 6 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 60% on the year.
What is the average import price of calendering machines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $22.36 per kg in 2024, 165% above the world average of $8.43 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of calendering machines to Iraq changed since 2017?
Imports went from $93 thousand in 2017 to $8.0 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for calendering machines?
The HS code for calendering machines is subheading 8420.10. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8420 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For Iraq, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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