Cocoa powder imports in Iraq: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Iraq imported cocoa powder worth $12.2 million (3.7 thousand tonnes). Value rose 69% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 23% 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 | $12.2M | 3.7K t |
| 2023 | $7.2M | 2.5K t |
| 2022 | $5.2M | 2.3K t |
| 2021 | $5.1M | 2.0K t |
| 2020 | $5.4M | 2.2K t |
| 2019 | $4.2M | 1.8K t |
| 2018 | $3.0M | 1.3K t |
| 2017 | $2.9M | 1.2K t |
Where Iraq imports cocoa powder from
The largest suppliers were Netherlands (26%), Turkey (22%), Malaysia (18%). Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+590% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $3.2M | 27% |
| Turkey | $2.7M | 23% |
| Malaysia | $2.2M | 18% |
| Indonesia | $1.0M | 8.6% |
| Germany | $678K | 5.6% |
| Spain | $631K | 5.2% |
| China | $515K | 4.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $397K | 3.3% |
| Cambodia | $330K | 2.7% |
| France | $294K | 2.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.27 per kg, 24% below the world average of $4.28, 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.
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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 1805: Cocoa; powder, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter.
Common questions
What is the value of cocoa powder imported by Iraq?
Iraq imported cocoa powder worth $12.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 59th of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 69% on 2023.
Which countries supply cocoa powder to Iraq?
The Netherlands was the largest supplier with 26% of the value ($3.2 million), followed by Turkey (22%) and Malaysia (18%). The top three together account for 67%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 590% on the year.
What is the average import price of cocoa powder per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.27 per kg in 2024, 24% below the world average of $4.28 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 cocoa powder to Iraq changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.9 million in 2017 to $12.2 million in 2024, an increase of 319%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
What is the HS code for cocoa powder?
The HS code for cocoa powder is heading 1805. In Iraq all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 1805.00. It sits in HS chapter 18 (cocoa and cocoa preparations). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1805 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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