Fresh cheese imports in Iraq: data, top suppliers and prices
Iraq imported $22.7 million of fresh cheese in 2024 (5.3 thousand tonnes). That is 5% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 7% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $40.3 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 | $22.7M | 5.3K t |
| 2023 | $21.7M | 5.2K t |
| 2022 | $30.1M | 11.5K t |
| 2021 | $37.5M | 14.0K t |
| 2020 | $27.0M | 12.0K t |
| 2019 | $36.0M | 13.1K t |
| 2018 | $40.3M | 12.2K t |
| 2017 | $38.5M | 11.7K t |
Where Iraq imports fresh cheese from
Turkey alone supplied 52% of it. Among the main suppliers, Australia grew fastest (+44% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $11.8M | 52% |
| Australia | $3.1M | 13% |
| Denmark | $1.8M | 7.8% |
| Poland | $1.5M | 6.8% |
| Spain | $1.5M | 6.6% |
| Germany | $1.0M | 4.6% |
| Belgium | $457K | 2% |
| Egypt | $322K | 1.4% |
| Hungary | $315K | 1.4% |
| United Kingdom | $211K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.27 per kg, close to the world average of $4.31.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Fresh cheese exports from Iraq
In 2024, Iraq exported fresh cheese worth $260 thousand (65 tonnes). Turkey alone took 100% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $260K | 100% |
Who is behind these numbers in Iraq?
The shipment records behind Iraq fresh cheese imports (HS 0406.10): 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 0406.10: Dairy produce: fresh cheese (including whey cheese), not fermented, and curd.
Common questions
What is the value of fresh cheese imported by Iraq?
Iraq imported fresh cheese worth $22.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 55th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply fresh cheese to Iraq?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 52% of the value ($11.8 million), followed by Australia (13%) and Denmark (8%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 169% on the year.
What is the average import price of fresh cheese per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.27 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $4.31 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of fresh cheese to Iraq changed since 2017?
Imports went from $38.5 million in 2017 to $22.7 million in 2024, a fall of 41%. The peak was 2018 at $40.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $31.7 million a year.
Does Iraq also export fresh cheese?
Yes. Iraq exported $260 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Turkey. On balance Iraq is a net importer of this product, by about $22.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for fresh cheese?
The HS code for fresh cheese is subheading 0406.10. It sits in HS chapter 04 (dairy produce; birds' eggs; natural honey; edible products of animal origin, not elsewhere specified or included). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0406 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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