Phenol-formaldehyde resins imports in Iraq: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Iraq imported phenol-formaldehyde resins worth $5.0 million (1.8 thousand tonnes). Value fell 59% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 11% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2020, at $17.3 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 | $5.0M | 1.8K t |
| 2023 | $12.2M | 3.9K t |
| 2022 | $12.6M | 3.6K t |
| 2021 | $7.2M | 2.4K t |
| 2020 | $17.3M | 5.4K t |
| 2019 | $11.8M | 4.0K t |
| 2018 | $7.2M | 2.9K t |
| 2017 | $11.4M | 4.5K t |
Where Iraq imports phenol-formaldehyde resins from
Singapore alone supplied 96% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore | $4.8M | 96% |
| China | $171K | 3.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $45K | 0.9% |
| Turkey | $3K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.84 per kg, 32% above the world average of $2.15. 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?
The shipment records behind Iraq phenol-formaldehyde resins imports (HS 3909.40): 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 3909.40: Phenolic resins: in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of phenol-formaldehyde resins imported by Iraq?
Iraq imported phenol-formaldehyde resins worth $5.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 58th of 176 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 59% on 2023.
Which countries supply phenol-formaldehyde resins to Iraq?
Singapore was the largest supplier with 96% of the value ($4.8 million), followed by China (3%) and Saudi Arabia (1%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 4 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 140% on the year.
What is the average import price of phenol-formaldehyde resins per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.84 per kg in 2024, 32% above the world average of $2.15 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of phenol-formaldehyde resins to Iraq changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.4 million in 2017 to $5.0 million in 2024, a fall of 56%. The peak was 2020 at $17.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $10.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for phenol-formaldehyde resins?
The HS code for phenol-formaldehyde resins is subheading 3909.40. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3909 page.
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