Cameras imports in Iraq: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Iraq imported cameras worth $4.1 million (104 tonnes). That is 12% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $4.1M | 104 t |
| 2023 | $4.6M | 120 t |
| 2022 | $4.7M | 138 t |
| 2021 | $3.5M | 98 t |
| 2020 | $2.9M | 89 t |
| 2019 | $2.7M | 81 t |
| 2018 | $2.5M | 71 t |
| 2017 | $2.6M | 31 t |
Where Iraq imports cameras from
One supplier dominates: United States accounted for 72% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+318% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $2.9M | 72% |
| China | $1.0M | 25% |
| Netherlands | $76K | 1.9% |
| South Korea | $23K | 0.6% |
| Germany | $7K | 0.2% |
| Belgium | $5K | 0.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $4K | 0.1% |
| Japan | $4K | 0.1% |
| Thailand | $2K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $2K | 0% |
Product types under HS 9006
| 9006.91 | Cameras, photographic (excluding cinematographic): parts and accessories | 76% |
| 9006.61 | Photographic flashlight apparatus: discharge lamp (electronic) | 14% |
| 9006.30 | Cameras, photographic (excluding cinematographic): specially designed for underwater use, aerial survey, medical or surgical examination of internal… | 5% |
| 9006.99 | Photographic flashlight apparatus: parts and accessories, for other than cameras | 2.3% |
| 9006.69 | Photographic flashlight apparatus: n.e.c. in heading no. 9006 | 1.7% |
| 9006.59 | Cameras, photographic (excluding cinematographic): n.e.c. in heading no 9006 | 0.5% |
| 9006.53 | Cameras, photographic (excluding cinematographic): of a kind (not SLR) for roll film of a width of 35mm | 0.4% |
| 9006.40 | Cameras, photographic (excluding cinematographic): instant print cameras | 0.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 9006.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $39.17 per kg, 104% above the world average of $19.20. 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?
Public statistics stop at country totals and the last published year. EximDataX shows the shipment records underneath: the companies, dates, quantities and declared values, updated weekly.
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Updated weekly on EximDataX (some markets daily), while public statistics stop at 2024.
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 9006: Cameras, photographic (excluding cinematographic); photographic flashlight apparatus and flashbulbs other than discharge lamps of heading no. 8539.
Common questions
What is the value of cameras imported by Iraq?
Iraq imported cameras worth $4.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 104 tonnes. That ranks it 56th of 210 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply cameras to Iraq?
The United States was the largest supplier with 72% of the value ($2.9 million), followed by China (25%) and the Netherlands (2%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 318% on the year.
What is the average import price of cameras per kg?
The average declared import value was about $39.17 per kg in 2024, 104% above the world average of $19.20 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have imports of cameras to Iraq changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.6 million in 2017 to $4.1 million in 2024, an increase of 59%. The peak was 2022 at $4.7 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
What is the HS code for cameras?
The HS code for cameras is heading 9006. In Iraq the largest six-digit codes were 9006.91 (75% of the value) and 9006.61 (14%). It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9006 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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