Modified starch imports in Iraq: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of modified starch by Iraq reached $5.3 million in 2024 (4.5 thousand tonnes). That is 66% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 17% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $15.7 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 | $5.3M | 4.5K t |
| 2023 | $15.7M | 9.5K t |
| 2022 | $9.8M | 8.0K t |
| 2021 | $7.8M | 7.5K t |
| 2020 | $5.6M | 4.6K t |
| 2019 | $10.4M | 10.5K t |
| 2018 | $8.4M | 9.7K t |
| 2017 | $1.8M | 1.9K t |
Where Iraq imports modified starch from
The largest suppliers were Turkey (22%), China (16%), India (13%). Among the main suppliers, Ukraine grew fastest (+399% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $1.2M | 22% |
| China | $834K | 16% |
| India | $681K | 13% |
| Netherlands | $660K | 12% |
| Thailand | $602K | 11% |
| United States | $408K | 7.6% |
| Saudi Arabia | $338K | 6.3% |
| Germany | $263K | 4.9% |
| Ukraine | $197K | 3.7% |
| Belgium | $101K | 1.9% |
Product types under HS 3505
| 3505.10 | Dextrins and other modified starches | 82% |
| 3505.20 | Glues: based on starches, or on dextrins or other modified starches | 18% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3505.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.20 per kg, close to the world average of $1.27.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Iraq?
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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 3505: Dextrins and other modified starches (e.g. pregelatinised or esterified starches); glues based on starches or on dextrins or other modified starches.
Common questions
What is the value of modified starch imported by Iraq?
Iraq imported modified starch worth $5.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 81st of 205 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 66% on 2023.
Which countries supply modified starch to Iraq?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 22% of the value ($1.2 million), followed by China (16%) and India (13%). The top three together account for 50%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. Ukraine grew fastest among the top ten, up 399% on the year.
What is the average import price of modified starch per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.20 per kg in 2024, 6% below the world average of $1.27 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 modified starch to Iraq changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.8 million in 2017 to $5.3 million in 2024, an increase of 196%. The peak was 2023 at $15.7 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
What is the HS code for modified starch?
The HS code for modified starch is heading 3505. In Iraq the largest six-digit codes were 3505.10 (82% of the value) and 3505.20 (18%). It sits in HS chapter 35 (albuminoidal substances; modified starches; glues; enzymes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3505 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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