Chewing gum imports in Iraq: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Iraq imported chewing gum worth $19.8 million (5.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value fell 25% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $37.5 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
Hover or tap a year for detail.
Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $19.8M | 5.2K t |
| 2023 | $26.4M | 5.2K t |
| 2022 | $24.4M | 6.5K t |
| 2021 | $21.2M | 6.6K t |
| 2020 | $13.0M | 3.9K t |
| 2019 | $18.0M | 4.5K t |
| 2018 | $18.6M | 3.7K t |
| 2017 | $37.5M | 6.8K t |
Where Iraq imports chewing gum from
Most of the value came from Turkey (50%), Saudi Arabia (43%), China (3%). Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+91% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $9.9M | 50% |
| Saudi Arabia | $8.6M | 43% |
| China | $631K | 3.2% |
| Pakistan | $237K | 1.2% |
| Lebanon | $176K | 0.9% |
| India | $113K | 0.6% |
| Hungary | $107K | 0.5% |
| Spain | $42K | 0.2% |
| Poland | $3K | 0% |
| United Kingdom | $2K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.81 per kg, close to the world average of $3.89.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Chewing gum exports from Iraq
Iraq exported $295 thousand of chewing gum in 2024 (68 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Turkey accounted for 69% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+120% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $204K | 69% |
| United States | $56K | 19% |
| Germany | $10K | 3.5% |
| Australia | $10K | 3.2% |
| United Kingdom | $8K | 2.5% |
| Sweden | $4K | 1.4% |
| Netherlands | $3K | 0.8% |
| Canada | $1K | 0.3% |
| Denmark | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Iraq?
The shipment records behind Iraq chewing gum imports (HS 1704.10): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
Shipment records are in the platform
Tell us what you trade and we will show you the latest records on a live call.
Mirror data: built from the shipment records of the countries that trade with it.
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 1704.10: Sugar confectionery: chewing gum, whether or not sugar-coated, not containing cocoa.
Common questions
What is the value of chewing gum imported by Iraq?
Iraq imported chewing gum worth $19.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 217 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 25% on 2023.
Which countries supply chewing gum to Iraq?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 50% of the value ($9.9 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (43%) and China (3%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. Pakistan grew fastest among the top ten, up 193% on the year.
What is the average import price of chewing gum per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.81 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $3.89 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of chewing gum to Iraq changed since 2017?
Imports went from $37.5 million in 2017 to $19.8 million in 2024, a fall of 47%. The peak was 2017 at $37.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $22.4 million a year.
Does Iraq also export chewing gum?
Yes. Iraq exported $295 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Turkey, the United States and Germany. On balance Iraq is a net importer of this product, by about $19.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for chewing gum?
The HS code for chewing gum is subheading 1704.10. It sits in HS chapter 17 (sugars and sugar confectionery). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1704 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
EximDataX rebuilds Iraq trade from the customs records of its trading partners, so the companies shipping to and from it are visible. Ask for a live look at your product.
Same product, other countries
More trade data for Iraq
See what your buyers are buying.Then decide.
Everything we show you comes from official customs filings — records, not claims. 30 minutes. Your shipment. Your HS code. Real platform. If you don’t see something new about your market by the end of the call, we walk away. No follow-ups.