Forklift imports in Iraq: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of forklift by Iraq reached $22.8 million in 2024 (7.3 thousand tonnes). Value fell 45% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $41.7 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 | $22.8M | 7.3K t |
| 2023 | $41.7M | 12.9K t |
| 2022 | $30.6M | 9.1K t |
| 2021 | $26.3M | 7.9K t |
| 2020 | $25.3M | 9.8K t |
| 2019 | $23.8M | 8.6K t |
| 2018 | $21.4M | 5.5K t |
| 2017 | $12.0M | 3.2K t |
Where Iraq imports forklift from
The largest suppliers were China (41%), United Kingdom (14%), Germany (10%). Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+633% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $9.4M | 41% |
| United Kingdom | $3.2M | 14% |
| Germany | $2.3M | 10% |
| Japan | $1.7M | 7.3% |
| United States | $1.5M | 6.4% |
| South Korea | $1.1M | 4.9% |
| Turkey | $1.0M | 4.4% |
| Netherlands | $772K | 3.4% |
| Kuwait | $441K | 1.9% |
| Italy | $333K | 1.5% |
Product types under HS 8427
| 8427.20 | Fork-lift and other works trucks: fitted with lifting or handling equipment, self-propelled by other than electric motor | 70% |
| 8427.10 | Fork-lift and other works trucks: fitted with lifting or handling equipment, self-propelled by electric motor | 24% |
| 8427.90 | Fork-lift and other works trucks: fitted with lifting or handling equipment, not self-propelled | 6.7% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8427.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.13 per kg, 49% below the world average of $6.11, 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.
Forklift exports from Iraq
Exports of forklift by Iraq reached $222 thousand in 2024 (63 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Germany accounted for 65% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $145K | 65% |
| Turkey | $57K | 25% |
| Slovenia | $21K | 9.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Iraq?
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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 8427: Fork-lift and other works trucks; fitted with lifting or handling equipment.
Common questions
What is the value of forklift imported by Iraq?
Iraq imported forklift worth $22.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 80th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 45% on 2023.
Which countries supply forklift to Iraq?
China was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($9.4 million), followed by the United Kingdom (14%) and Germany (10%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 30 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 633% on the year.
What is the average import price of forklift per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.13 per kg in 2024, 49% below the world average of $6.11 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 forklift to Iraq changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.0 million in 2017 to $22.8 million in 2024, an increase of 90%. The peak was 2023 at $41.7 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Iraq also export forklift?
Yes. Iraq exported $222 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, Turkey and Slovenia. On balance Iraq is a net importer of this product, by about $22.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for forklift?
The HS code for forklift is heading 8427. In Iraq the largest six-digit codes were 8427.20 (70% of the value) and 8427.10 (24%). It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8427 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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