Cotton knit garments imports in Iraq: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Iraq imported cotton knit garments worth $4.2 million (1.2 thousand tonnes). Value rose 5% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 13% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $15.8 million.
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 | $4.2M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $4.0M | 1.5K t |
| 2022 | $9.2M | 2.1K t |
| 2021 | $7.0M | 2.5K t |
| 2020 | $6.8M | 2.2K t |
| 2019 | $12.2M | 3.3K t |
| 2018 | $15.8M | 3.7K t |
| 2017 | $11.3M | 1.9K t |
Where Iraq imports cotton knit garments from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 63% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+674% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.6M | 63% |
| Turkey | $1.4M | 34% |
| Switzerland | $49K | 1.2% |
| Italy | $48K | 1.1% |
| India | $18K | 0.4% |
| Spain | $12K | 0.3% |
| Germany | $11K | 0.3% |
| France | $7K | 0.2% |
| Portugal | $5K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $3K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.50 per kg, 83% below the world average of $20.71, 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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The shipment records behind Iraq cotton knit garments imports (HS 6114.20): 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 6114.20: Garments: of cotton, knitted or crocheted, n.e.c. in chapter 61.
Common questions
What is the value of cotton knit garments imported by Iraq?
Iraq imported cotton knit garments worth $4.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 54th of 212 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply cotton knit garments to Iraq?
China was the largest supplier with 63% of the value ($2.6 million), followed by Turkey (34%) and Switzerland (1%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 12 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 674% on the year.
What is the average import price of cotton knit garments per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.50 per kg in 2024, 83% below the world average of $20.71 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of cotton knit garments to Iraq changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.3 million in 2017 to $4.2 million in 2024, a fall of 63%. The peak was 2018 at $15.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for cotton knit garments?
The HS code for cotton knit garments is subheading 6114.20. It sits in HS chapter 61 (apparel and clothing accessories; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6114 page.
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