Fresh onions imports in Iraq: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of fresh onions by Iraq reached $16.1 million in 2024 (52.6 thousand tonnes). That is 46% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $108.0 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 | $16.1M | 52.6K t |
| 2023 | $29.7M | 117.8K t |
| 2022 | $39.7M | 313.5K t |
| 2021 | $45.2M | 316.7K t |
| 2020 | $97.6M | 373.3K t |
| 2019 | $83.2M | 341.2K t |
| 2018 | $108.0M | 337.0K t |
| 2017 | $32.9M | 193.1K t |
Where Iraq imports fresh onions from
Turkey alone supplied 51% of it. Among the main suppliers, Uzbekistan grew fastest (+354% on the year before).
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.31 per kg, 39% below the world average of $0.51, 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.
Fresh onions exports from Iraq
In 2024, Iraq exported fresh onions worth $462 thousand (949 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Lebanon accounted for 53% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+63% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Lebanon | $246K | 53% |
| Qatar | $183K | 40% |
| Saudi Arabia | $25K | 5.4% |
| Uzbekistan | $8K | 1.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Iraq?
The shipment records behind Iraq fresh onions imports (HS 0703.10): 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 0703.10: Vegetables, alliaceous: onions and shallots, fresh or chilled.
Common questions
What is the value of fresh onions imported by Iraq?
Iraq imported fresh onions worth $16.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 52.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 49th of 216 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 46% on 2023.
Which countries supply fresh onions to Iraq?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 51% of the value ($8.2 million), followed by Uzbekistan (38%) and Azerbaijan (4%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 13 supplier countries in total. Uzbekistan grew fastest among the top ten, up 354% on the year.
What is the average import price of fresh onions per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.31 per kg in 2024, 39% below the world average of $0.51 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of fresh onions to Iraq changed since 2017?
Imports went from $32.9 million in 2017 to $16.1 million in 2024, a fall of 51%. The peak was 2018 at $108.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $56.5 million a year.
Does Iraq also export fresh onions?
Yes. Iraq exported $462 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Lebanon, Qatar and Saudi Arabia. On balance Iraq is a net importer of this product, by about $15.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for fresh onions?
The HS code for fresh onions is subheading 0703.10. It sits in HS chapter 07 (vegetables and certain roots and tubers; edible). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0703 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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