Silver imports in Iraq: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of silver by Iraq reached $2.5 million in 2024 (3 tonnes). That is 19% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 55% 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 | $2.5M | 3 t |
| 2023 | $3.1M | 5 t |
| 2022 | $702K | 2 t |
| 2021 | $168K | 1 t |
| 2020 | $323K | 1 t |
| 2019 | $681K | 2 t |
| 2018 | $663K | 2 t |
| 2017 | $119K | 6 t |
Where Iraq imports silver from
One supplier dominates: Turkey accounted for 96% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+228% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $2.4M | 96% |
| Egypt | $30K | 1.2% |
| United States | $30K | 1.2% |
| Germany | $15K | 0.6% |
| Italy | $9K | 0.3% |
| India | $5K | 0.2% |
| United Kingdom | $4K | 0.2% |
Product types under HS 7106
| 7106.91 | Metals: silver, unwrought, (but not powder) | 97% |
| 7106.92 | Metals: silver, semi-manufactured | 3.5% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7106.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $898.89 per kg, 42% above the world average of $633.55. 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?
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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 7106: Silver (including silver plated with gold or platinum); unwrought or in semi-manufactured forms, or in powder form.
Common questions
What is the value of silver imported by Iraq?
Iraq imported silver worth $2.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3 tonnes. That ranks it 71st of 179 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 19% on 2023.
Which countries supply silver to Iraq?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 96% of the value ($2.4 million), followed by Egypt (1%) and the United States (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 7 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 370% on the year.
What is the average import price of silver per kg?
The average declared import value was about $898.89 per kg in 2024, 42% above the world average of $633.55 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 silver to Iraq changed since 2017?
Imports went from $119 thousand in 2017 to $2.5 million in 2024. The peak was 2023 at $3.1 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
What is the HS code for silver?
The HS code for silver is heading 7106. In Iraq the largest six-digit codes were 7106.91 (96% of the value) and 7106.92 (4%). It sits in HS chapter 71 (natural, cultured pearls; precious, semi-precious stones; precious metals, metals clad with precious metal, and articles thereof; imitation jewellery; coin). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7106 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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