Petrol cars >3000cc imports in Iraq: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of petrol cars >3000cc by Iraq reached $1.04 billion in 2024 (40.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 39% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 21% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $1.70 billion.
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 | $1.04B | 40.6K t |
| 2023 | $1.70B | 103.7K t |
| 2022 | $1.02B | 73.5K t |
| 2021 | $831.8M | 56.6K t |
| 2020 | $655.9M | 61.0K t |
| 2019 | $1.08B | 78.4K t |
| 2018 | $642.3M | 50.2K t |
| 2017 | $266.1M | 19.4K t |
Where Iraq imports petrol cars >3000cc from
The largest suppliers were Japan (39%), South Korea (25%), United States (14%). Among the main suppliers, Kuwait grew fastest (+340% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $403.5M | 39% |
| South Korea | $258.8M | 25% |
| United States | $141.5M | 14% |
| Kuwait | $133.0M | 13% |
| Thailand | $39.1M | 3.8% |
| Germany | $29.0M | 2.8% |
| Turkey | $10.9M | 1.1% |
| Austria | $6.7M | 0.7% |
| United Kingdom | $3.1M | 0.3% |
| Slovakia | $3.1M | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $25.56 per kg, 27% below the world average of $34.82, 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.
Petrol cars >3000cc exports from Iraq
Iraq exported $391 thousand of petrol cars >3000cc in 2024 (2 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Germany accounted for 99% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+202% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $388K | 99% |
| Tunisia | $4K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in Iraq?
The shipment records behind Iraq petrol cars >3000cc imports (HS 8703.24): 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 8703.24: Vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 3000cc.
Common questions
What is the value of petrol cars >3000cc imported by Iraq?
Iraq imported petrol cars >3000cc worth $1.04 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 40.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 216 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 39% on 2023.
Which countries supply petrol cars >3000cc to Iraq?
Japan was the largest supplier with 39% of the value ($403.5 million), followed by South Korea (25%) and the United States (14%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. Kuwait grew fastest among the top ten, up 340% on the year.
What is the average import price of petrol cars >3000cc per kg?
The average declared import value was about $25.56 per kg in 2024, 27% below the world average of $34.82 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of petrol cars >3000cc to Iraq changed since 2017?
Imports went from $266.1 million in 2017 to $1.04 billion in 2024, an increase of 290%. The peak was 2023 at $1.70 billion. Over 8 years the average was $903.0 million a year.
Does Iraq also export petrol cars >3000cc?
Yes. Iraq exported $391 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany and Tunisia. On balance Iraq is a net importer of this product, by about $1.04 billion a year.
What is the HS code for petrol cars >3000cc?
The HS code for petrol cars >3000cc is subheading 8703.24. 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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