Refractory bricks imports in Iraq: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Iraq imported refractory bricks worth $23.2 million (20.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 29% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% 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 | $23.2M | 20.4K t |
| 2023 | $17.9M | 15.2K t |
| 2022 | $23.4M | 31.1K t |
| 2021 | $13.8M | 21.4K t |
| 2020 | $12.1M | 19.3K t |
| 2019 | $15.6M | 20.0K t |
| 2018 | $13.7M | 16.5K t |
| 2017 | $10.0M | 13.9K t |
Where Iraq imports refractory bricks from
Most of the value came from Germany (33%), China (23%), Turkey (19%). Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+174% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $7.7M | 33% |
| China | $5.2M | 23% |
| Turkey | $4.4M | 19% |
| Austria | $1.7M | 7.2% |
| Spain | $1.4M | 6.2% |
| India | $1.1M | 4.7% |
| Thailand | $626K | 2.7% |
| Poland | $483K | 2.1% |
| Egypt | $450K | 1.9% |
| Greece | $28K | 0.1% |
Product types under HS 6902
| 6902.20 | Refractory bricks, blocks, tiles and similar refractory ceramic constructional goods: containing by weight more than 50% of alumina (Al2o3), of… | 56% |
| 6902.10 | Refractory bricks, blocks, tiles and similar refractory ceramic constructional goods: containing by weight, singly or together, more than 50% of the… | 42% |
| 6902.90 | Refractory bricks, blocks, tiles and similar refractory ceramic constructional goods: n.e.c. in item no. 6902.1 or 6902.2 | 2.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6902.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.14 per kg, close to the world average of $1.20.
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 6902: Refractory bricks, blocks, tiles and similar refractory ceramic constructional goods; other than those of siliceous fossil meals or similar siliceous earths.
Common questions
What is the value of refractory bricks imported by Iraq?
Iraq imported refractory bricks worth $23.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 20.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 46th of 206 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 29% on 2023.
Which countries supply refractory bricks to Iraq?
Germany was the largest supplier with 33% of the value ($7.7 million), followed by China (23%) and Turkey (19%). The top three together account for 75%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 174% on the year.
What is the average import price of refractory bricks per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.14 per kg in 2024, 5% below the world average of $1.20 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 refractory bricks to Iraq changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.0 million in 2017 to $23.2 million in 2024, an increase of 133%. The peak was 2022 at $23.4 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
What is the HS code for refractory bricks?
The HS code for refractory bricks is heading 6902. In Iraq the largest six-digit codes were 6902.20 (56% of the value) and 6902.10 (42%). It sits in HS chapter 69 (ceramic products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6902 page.
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