Cellulose ethers (other) imports in Iraq: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Iraq imported cellulose ethers (other) worth $10.0 million (2.9 thousand tonnes). Value rose 17% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% 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 | $10.0M | 2.9K t |
| 2023 | $8.5M | 1.9K t |
| 2022 | $9.1M | 1.6K t |
| 2021 | $4.1M | 883 t |
| 2020 | $4.2M | 1.1K t |
| 2019 | $3.9M | 996 t |
| 2018 | $4.0M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $4.0M | 1.0K t |
Where Iraq imports cellulose ethers (other) from
The largest suppliers were China (49%), Turkey (16%), Germany (13%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+57% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.9M | 49% |
| Turkey | $1.6M | 16% |
| Germany | $1.3M | 13% |
| Belgium | $1.1M | 11% |
| United States | $543K | 5.4% |
| Sweden | $245K | 2.5% |
| India | $172K | 1.7% |
| South Korea | $142K | 1.4% |
| Malaysia | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.43 per kg, 44% below the world average of $6.16, 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 cellulose ethers (other) imports (HS 3912.39): 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 3912.39: Cellulose ethers: (other than carboxymethylcellulose and its salts), in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of cellulose ethers (other) imported by Iraq?
Iraq imported cellulose ethers (other) worth $10.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 57th of 183 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply cellulose ethers (other) to Iraq?
China was the largest supplier with 49% of the value ($4.9 million), followed by Turkey (16%) and Germany (13%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 57% on the year.
What is the average import price of cellulose ethers (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.43 per kg in 2024, 44% below the world average of $6.16 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of cellulose ethers (other) to Iraq changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.0 million in 2017 to $10.0 million in 2024, an increase of 151%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $6.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for cellulose ethers (other)?
The HS code for cellulose ethers (other) is subheading 3912.39. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3912 page.
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