Paper and pulp articles (other) imports in Iraq: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of paper and pulp articles (other) by Iraq reached $28.2 million in 2024 (12.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 12% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% 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 | $28.2M | 12.9K t |
| 2023 | $25.1M | 11.1K t |
| 2022 | $28.6M | 10.3K t |
| 2021 | $12.4M | 6.0K t |
| 2020 | $8.5M | 4.4K t |
| 2019 | $9.0M | 4.1K t |
| 2018 | $7.8M | 3.7K t |
| 2017 | $8.5M | 3.4K t |
Where Iraq imports paper and pulp articles (other) from
Most of the value came from China (45%), Saudi Arabia (45%), Turkey (5%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+97% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $12.7M | 45% |
| Saudi Arabia | $12.6M | 45% |
| Turkey | $1.5M | 5.3% |
| India | $835K | 3% |
| Egypt | $255K | 0.9% |
| Italy | $151K | 0.5% |
| Lebanon | $97K | 0.3% |
| Germany | $53K | 0.2% |
| Belgium | $10K | 0% |
| United States | $4K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.19 per kg, close to the world average of $2.53.
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 paper and pulp articles (other) imports (HS 4823.90): 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 4823.90: Paper pulp, paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibres: articles n.e.c. in heading no. 4823.
Common questions
What is the value of paper and pulp articles (other) imported by Iraq?
Iraq imported paper and pulp articles (other) worth $28.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 12.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 38th of 223 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply paper and pulp articles (other) to Iraq?
China was the largest supplier with 45% of the value ($12.7 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (45%) and Turkey (5%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 619% on the year.
What is the average import price of paper and pulp articles (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.19 per kg in 2024, 13% below the world average of $2.53 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of paper and pulp articles (other) to Iraq changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.5 million in 2017 to $28.2 million in 2024, an increase of 232%. The peak was 2022 at $28.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $16.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for paper and pulp articles (other)?
The HS code for paper and pulp articles (other) is subheading 4823.90. It sits in HS chapter 48 (paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or paperboard). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4823 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for Iraq. Tell us your product to see it live.
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