Gold imports in Iraq: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of gold by Iraq reached $92.5 million in 2024 (1 tonnes). That is 96% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 24% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $2.19 billion.
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 | $92.5M | 1 t |
| 2023 | $2.19B | 36 t |
| 2022 | $916.4M | 17 t |
| 2021 | $33.8M | 4 t |
| 2020 | $347.7M | 7 t |
| 2019 | $192.2M | 5 t |
| 2018 | $115.8M | 3 t |
| 2017 | $621.6M | 16 t |
Where Iraq imports gold from
One supplier dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 91% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $84.2M | 91% |
| Turkey | $8.2M | 8.9% |
| Finland | $140K | 0.2% |
| Germany | $7K | 0% |
Product types under HS 7108
| 7108.12 | Metals: gold, non-monetary, unwrought (but not powder) | 91% |
| 7108.13 | Metals: gold, semi-manufactured | 9% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7108.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $71,185.46 per kg, 23% above the world average of $57,889.60. 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.
Gold exports from Iraq
Iraq exported $6.5 million of gold in 2024 (0 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Turkey accounted for 99% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $6.5M | 99% |
| China | $86K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Iraq?
Public statistics stop at country totals and the last published year. EximDataX shows the shipment records underneath: the companies, dates, quantities and declared values, updated weekly.
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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 7108: Gold (including gold plated with platinum) unwrought or in semi-manufactured forms, or in powder form.
Common questions
What is the value of gold imported by Iraq?
Iraq imported gold worth $92.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1 tonnes. That ranks it 63rd of 171 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 96% on 2023.
Which countries supply gold to Iraq?
Saudi Arabia was the largest supplier with 91% of the value ($84.2 million), followed by Turkey (9%) and Finland (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 4 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of gold per kg?
The average declared import value was about $71,185.46 per kg in 2024, 23% above the world average of $57,889.60 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 gold to Iraq changed since 2017?
Imports went from $621.6 million in 2017 to $92.5 million in 2024, a fall of 85%. The peak was 2023 at $2.19 billion. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Iraq also export gold?
Yes. Iraq exported $6.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Turkey and China. On balance Iraq is a net importer of this product, by about $86.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for gold?
The HS code for gold is heading 7108. In Iraq the largest six-digit codes were 7108.12 (91% of the value) and 7108.13 (9%). It sits in HS chapter 71 (natural, cultured pearls; precious, semi-precious stones; precious metals, metals clad with precious metal, and articles thereof; imitation jewellery; coin). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7108 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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