Molasses exports from Iraq: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Iraq exported molasses worth $3.1 million (11.5 thousand tonnes). That is 37% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $4.9 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3.1M | 11.5K t |
| 2023 | $4.9M | 13.6K t |
| 2022 | $1.1M | 6.3K t |
| 2021 | $1.8M | 8.0K t |
| 2020 | $1.1M | 4.3K t |
| 2019 | $1.0M | 6.3K t |
| 2018 | $2.0M | 13.4K t |
| 2017 | $995K | 7.8K t |
Where Iraq exports molasses to
One buyer market dominates: United Kingdom accounted for 63% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $1.9M | 63% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.1M | 36% |
| United States | $20K | 0.6% |
| New Zealand | $5K | 0.2% |
| Canada | $4K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $2K | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 1703
| 1703.10 | Sugars: molasses, from sugar cane, resulting from the extraction or refining of sugar | 100% |
| 1703.90 | Sugars: molasses, from sugar beet, resulting from the extraction or refining of sugar | 0.5% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 1703.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.27 per kg, 29% above the world average of $0.21. 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?
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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 1703: Molasses; resulting from the extraction or refining of sugar.
Common questions
What is the value of molasses exported by Iraq?
Iraq exported molasses worth $3.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 11.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 47th of 132 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 37% on 2023.
Which countries buy molasses from Iraq?
The United Kingdom was the largest buyer with 63% of the value ($1.9 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (36%) and the United States (1%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 7 buyer countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 50% on the year.
What is the average export price of molasses per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.27 per kg in 2024, 29% above the world average of $0.21 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 exports of molasses from Iraq changed since 2017?
Exports went from $994 thousand in 2017 to $3.1 million in 2024, an increase of 211%. The peak was 2023 at $4.9 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
What is the HS code for molasses?
The HS code for molasses is heading 1703. In Iraq the largest six-digit codes were 1703.10 (99% of the value) and 1703.90 (1%). It sits in HS chapter 17 (sugars and sugar confectionery). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1703 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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