Refractory mortar imports in Iraq: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Iraq imported refractory mortar worth $15.0 million (35.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 23% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 27% 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 | $15.0M | 35.2K t |
| 2023 | $12.2M | 25.0K t |
| 2022 | $11.9M | 22.3K t |
| 2021 | $8.8M | 22.3K t |
| 2020 | $5.3M | 15.1K t |
| 2019 | $7.6M | 11.7K t |
| 2018 | $5.7M | 10.3K t |
| 2017 | $2.8M | 7.0K t |
Where Iraq imports refractory mortar from
The largest suppliers were Turkey (40%), China (30%), Kuwait (11%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+588% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $6.0M | 40% |
| China | $4.5M | 30% |
| Kuwait | $1.7M | 11% |
| India | $1.1M | 7.6% |
| Germany | $480K | 3.2% |
| Spain | $338K | 2.3% |
| Italy | $316K | 2.1% |
| Thailand | $237K | 1.6% |
| Austria | $169K | 1.1% |
| Egypt | $69K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.43 per kg, 41% below the world average of $0.73, 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.
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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 3816: Refractory cements, mortars, concretes and similar compositions, including dolomite ramming mix, other than products of heading 38.01.
Common questions
What is the value of refractory mortar imported by Iraq?
Iraq imported refractory mortar worth $15.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 35.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 46th of 217 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 23% on 2023.
Which countries supply refractory mortar to Iraq?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($6.0 million), followed by China (30%) and Kuwait (11%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 588% on the year.
What is the average import price of refractory mortar per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.43 per kg in 2024, 41% below the world average of $0.73 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 mortar to Iraq changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.8 million in 2017 to $15.0 million in 2024, an increase of 434%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
What is the HS code for refractory mortar?
The HS code for refractory mortar is heading 3816. In Iraq all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 3816.00. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3816 page.
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