Razor blades imports in Iraq: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Iraq imported razor blades worth $67.9 million (4.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 14% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% 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 | $67.9M | 4.1K t |
| 2023 | $59.7M | 3.7K t |
| 2022 | $57.6M | 4.2K t |
| 2021 | $52.8M | 3.7K t |
| 2020 | $40.6M | 3.6K t |
| 2019 | $39.0M | 3.3K t |
| 2018 | $24.4M | 1.8K t |
| 2017 | $24.8M | 1.8K t |
Where Iraq imports razor blades from
One supplier dominates: Poland accounted for 63% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+59% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Poland | $43.1M | 64% |
| China | $13.5M | 20% |
| Turkey | $7.0M | 10% |
| Egypt | $3.4M | 5% |
| France | $333K | 0.5% |
| Belgium | $285K | 0.4% |
| Pakistan | $220K | 0.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $65K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $27K | 0% |
| United Kingdom | $26K | 0% |
Product types under HS 8212
| 8212.10 | Razors | 57% |
| 8212.20 | Razors: safety razor blades, including razor blade blanks in strips | 43% |
| 8212.90 | Razors: parts n.e.c. in heading no. 8212 | 0.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8212.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $16.61 per kg, close to the world average of $20.40.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Iraq?
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Updated weekly on EximDataX (some markets daily), while public statistics stop at 2024.
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 8212: Razors and razor blades; (including razor blade blanks in strips).
Common questions
What is the value of razor blades imported by Iraq?
Iraq imported razor blades worth $67.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 21st of 217 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply razor blades to Iraq?
Poland was the largest supplier with 63% of the value ($43.1 million), followed by China (20%) and Turkey (10%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 260% on the year.
What is the average import price of razor blades per kg?
The average declared import value was about $16.61 per kg in 2024, 19% below the world average of $20.40 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have imports of razor blades to Iraq changed since 2017?
Imports went from $24.8 million in 2017 to $67.9 million in 2024, an increase of 174%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
What is the HS code for razor blades?
The HS code for razor blades is heading 8212. In Iraq the largest six-digit codes were 8212.10 (57% of the value) and 8212.20 (43%). It sits in HS chapter 82 (tools, implements, cutlery, spoons and forks, of base metal; parts thereof, of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8212 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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