Polymer solvent paint imports in Iraq: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Iraq imported polymer solvent paint worth $18.4 million (5.8 thousand tonnes). That is 62% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $48.7 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 | $18.4M | 5.8K t |
| 2023 | $48.7M | 23.1K t |
| 2022 | $43.8M | 39.8K t |
| 2021 | $35.1M | 28.7K t |
| 2020 | $30.4M | 27.1K t |
| 2019 | $36.6M | 20.0K t |
| 2018 | $30.5M | 14.3K t |
| 2017 | $10.5M | 5.6K t |
Where Iraq imports polymer solvent paint from
Most of the value came from Turkey (47%), Kuwait (16%), China (10%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+877% on the year before).
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.16 per kg, 46% below the world average of $5.90, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Iraq?
The shipment records behind Iraq polymer solvent paint imports (HS 3208.90): 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 3208.90: Paints and varnishes: based on polymers n.e.c. in heading no. 3208, dispersed or dissolved in a non-aqueous medium.
Common questions
What is the value of polymer solvent paint imported by Iraq?
Iraq imported polymer solvent paint worth $18.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 72nd of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 62% on 2023.
Which countries supply polymer solvent paint to Iraq?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 47% of the value ($8.6 million), followed by Kuwait (16%) and China (10%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 877% on the year.
What is the average import price of polymer solvent paint per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.16 per kg in 2024, 46% below the world average of $5.90 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of polymer solvent paint to Iraq changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.5 million in 2017 to $18.4 million in 2024, an increase of 76%. The peak was 2023 at $48.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $31.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for polymer solvent paint?
The HS code for polymer solvent paint is subheading 3208.90. It sits in HS chapter 32 (tanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments and other colouring matter; paints, varnishes; putty, other mastics; inks). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3208 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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