Milk fat imports in Iraq: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Iraq imported milk fat worth $18.1 million (2.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 5% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% a year on average.
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 | $18.1M | 2.1K t |
| 2023 | $17.2M | 2.2K t |
| 2022 | $11.2M | 1.3K t |
| 2021 | $8.3M | 1.2K t |
| 2020 | $8.1M | 1.4K t |
| 2019 | $8.6M | 1.3K t |
| 2018 | $10.1M | 1.3K t |
| 2017 | $7.3M | 1.0K t |
Where Iraq imports milk fat from
One supplier dominates: Netherlands accounted for 51% of the value. Among the main suppliers, New Zealand grew fastest (+673% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $9.2M | 51% |
| Egypt | $3.4M | 19% |
| United Kingdom | $1.0M | 5.8% |
| India | $878K | 4.9% |
| France | $798K | 4.4% |
| Belgium | $625K | 3.5% |
| New Zealand | $587K | 3.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $528K | 2.9% |
| Turkey | $474K | 2.6% |
| Spain | $356K | 2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.79 per kg, 28% above the world average of $6.89. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Iraq?
The shipment records behind Iraq milk fat imports (HS 0405.90): 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 0405.90: Dairy produce: fats and oils derived from milk (other than butter or dairy spreads).
Common questions
What is the value of milk fat imported by Iraq?
Iraq imported milk fat worth $18.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 30th of 200 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply milk fat to Iraq?
The Netherlands was the largest supplier with 51% of the value ($9.2 million), followed by Egypt (19%) and the United Kingdom (6%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. New Zealand grew fastest among the top ten, up 673% on the year.
What is the average import price of milk fat per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.79 per kg in 2024, 28% above the world average of $6.89 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of milk fat to Iraq changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.3 million in 2017 to $18.1 million in 2024, an increase of 148%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $11.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for milk fat?
The HS code for milk fat is subheading 0405.90. 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 0405 page.
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