Light petrol trucks <5 tonnes imports in Iraq: data, top suppliers and prices
Iraq imported $174.0 million of light petrol trucks <5 tonnes in 2024 (21.3 thousand tonnes). That is 44% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $357.0 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 | $174.0M | 21.3K t |
| 2023 | $312.2M | 35.9K t |
| 2022 | $210.0M | 22.5K t |
| 2021 | $110.2M | 13.6K t |
| 2020 | $175.0M | 24.5K t |
| 2019 | $357.0M | 34.5K t |
| 2018 | $154.9M | 16.3K t |
| 2017 | $206.5M | 25.3K t |
Where Iraq imports light petrol trucks <5 tonnes from
The largest suppliers were Kuwait (33%), China (27%), Japan (21%). Among the main suppliers, Kuwait grew fastest (+340% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kuwait | $57.4M | 33% |
| China | $46.7M | 27% |
| Japan | $36.2M | 21% |
| United States | $27.3M | 16% |
| Turkey | $3.9M | 2.2% |
| South Africa | $1.0M | 0.6% |
| South Korea | $923K | 0.5% |
| Thailand | $544K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.16 per kg, 29% below the world average of $11.46, 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 light petrol trucks <5 tonnes imports (HS 8704.31): 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 8704.31: Vehicles: spark-ignition internal combustion piston engine, for transport of goods, (of a g.v.w. not exceeding 5 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1.
Common questions
What is the value of light petrol trucks <5 tonnes imported by Iraq?
Iraq imported light petrol trucks <5 tonnes worth $174.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 21.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 215 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 44% on 2023.
Which countries supply light petrol trucks <5 tonnes to Iraq?
Kuwait was the largest supplier with 33% of the value ($57.4 million), followed by China (27%) and Japan (21%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. Kuwait grew fastest among the top ten, up 340% on the year.
What is the average import price of light petrol trucks <5 tonnes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.16 per kg in 2024, 29% below the world average of $11.46 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of light petrol trucks <5 tonnes to Iraq changed since 2017?
Imports went from $206.5 million in 2017 to $174.0 million in 2024, a fall of 16%. The peak was 2019 at $357.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $212.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for light petrol trucks <5 tonnes?
The HS code for light petrol trucks <5 tonnes is subheading 8704.31. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8704 page.
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