Petrol cars 1000-1500cc imports in Iraq: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Iraq imported petrol cars 1000-1500cc worth $186.6 million (20.1 thousand tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 34% 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 | $186.6M | 20.1K t |
| 2023 | $189.9M | 20.4K t |
| 2022 | $158.3M | 19.6K t |
| 2021 | $112.0M | 13.7K t |
| 2020 | $66.0M | 9.4K t |
| 2019 | $92.8M | 12.0K t |
| 2018 | $64.7M | 8.2K t |
| 2017 | $23.9M | 3.4K t |
Where Iraq imports petrol cars 1000-1500cc from
China alone supplied 71% of it. Among the main suppliers, Kuwait grew fastest (+370% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $133.2M | 71% |
| Kuwait | $36.3M | 20% |
| India | $8.2M | 4.4% |
| Japan | $3.6M | 1.9% |
| South Korea | $2.1M | 1.1% |
| Germany | $869K | 0.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $791K | 0.4% |
| United States | $714K | 0.4% |
| Thailand | $499K | 0.3% |
| United Kingdom | $240K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.26 per kg, 24% below the world average of $12.24, 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 petrol cars 1000-1500cc imports (HS 8703.22): 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 8703.22: Vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1000 but not over 1500cc.
Common questions
What is the value of petrol cars 1000-1500cc imported by Iraq?
Iraq imported petrol cars 1000-1500cc worth $186.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 20.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 67th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply petrol cars 1000-1500cc to Iraq?
China was the largest supplier with 71% of the value ($133.2 million), followed by Kuwait (19%) and India (4%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. Kuwait grew fastest among the top ten, up 370% on the year.
What is the average import price of petrol cars 1000-1500cc per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.26 per kg in 2024, 24% below the world average of $12.24 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of petrol cars 1000-1500cc to Iraq changed since 2017?
Imports went from $23.9 million in 2017 to $186.6 million in 2024, an increase of 681%. The peak was 2023 at $189.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $111.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for petrol cars 1000-1500cc?
The HS code for petrol cars 1000-1500cc is subheading 8703.22. 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 8703 page.
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