Common wheat seed imports in Iraq: data, top suppliers and prices
Iraq imported $24.1 million of common wheat seed in 2024 (45.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 9th of 123 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 124% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 31% 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 | $24.1M | 45.7K t |
| 2023 | $10.7M | 21.0K t |
| 2022 | $5.7M | 9.6K t |
| 2021 | $6.9M | 13.6K t |
| 2020 | $8.6M | 19.9K t |
| 2019 | $16.7M | 35.5K t |
| 2018 | $10.5M | 32.1K t |
| 2017 | $3.6M | 10.2K t |
Where Iraq imports common wheat seed from
One supplier dominates: Turkey accounted for 84% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+146% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $20.4M | 85% |
| Italy | $1.5M | 6.2% |
| Spain | $1.1M | 4.8% |
| India | $592K | 2.5% |
| Hungary | $462K | 1.9% |
| Greece | $43K | 0.2% |
| Croatia | $0K | 0% |
| France | $0K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.53 per kg, 71% above the world average of $0.31. 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.
Common wheat seed exports from Iraq
Iraq exported $7.9 million of common wheat seed in 2024 (450 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. One buyer market dominates: Turkey accounted for 100% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Turkey grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $7.9M | 100% |
Who is behind these numbers in Iraq?
The shipment records behind Iraq common wheat seed imports (HS 1001.91): 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 1001.91: Cereals: wheat and meslin, other than durum wheat, seed.
Common questions
What is the value of common wheat seed imported by Iraq?
Iraq imported common wheat seed worth $24.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 45.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 123 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 124% on 2023.
Which countries supply common wheat seed to Iraq?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 84% of the value ($20.4 million), followed by Italy (6%) and Spain (5%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 410% on the year.
What is the average import price of common wheat seed per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.53 per kg in 2024, 71% above the world average of $0.31 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of common wheat seed to Iraq changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.6 million in 2017 to $24.1 million in 2024, an increase of 567%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $10.9 million a year.
Does Iraq also export common wheat seed?
Yes. Iraq exported $7.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Turkey. On balance Iraq is a net importer of this product, by about $16.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for common wheat seed?
The HS code for common wheat seed is subheading 1001.91. It sits in HS chapter 10 (cereals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1001 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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