Spirits (other types) imports in Iraq: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of spirits (other types) by Iraq reached $21.8 million in 2024 (7.1 thousand tonnes). Value fell 18% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $27.5 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 | $21.8M | 7.1K t |
| 2023 | $26.5M | 8.2K t |
| 2022 | $27.5M | 9.1K t |
| 2021 | $19.8M | 6.9K t |
| 2020 | $19.0M | 7.5K t |
| 2019 | $14.2M | 5.6K t |
| 2018 | $11.7M | 5.1K t |
| 2017 | $10.2M | 4.6K t |
Where Iraq imports spirits (other types) from
Greece alone supplied 75% of it. Among the main suppliers, Lebanon grew fastest (+50% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Greece | $16.4M | 75% |
| Lebanon | $2.6M | 12% |
| Turkey | $1.4M | 6.5% |
| Moldova | $254K | 1.2% |
| Italy | $195K | 0.9% |
| Netherlands | $187K | 0.9% |
| Germany | $146K | 0.7% |
| Spain | $134K | 0.6% |
| France | $90K | 0.4% |
| United Kingdom | $85K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.09 per kg, 42% below the world average of $5.34, 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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The shipment records behind Iraq spirits (other types) imports (HS 2208.90): 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 2208.90: Spirits, liqueurs and other spirituous beverages: n.e.c. in heading no. 2208.
Common questions
What is the value of spirits (other types) imported by Iraq?
Iraq imported spirits (other types) worth $21.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 52nd of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply spirits (other types) to Iraq?
Greece was the largest supplier with 75% of the value ($16.4 million), followed by Lebanon (12%) and Turkey (7%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 74% on the year.
What is the average import price of spirits (other types) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.09 per kg in 2024, 42% below the world average of $5.34 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of spirits (other types) to Iraq changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.2 million in 2017 to $21.8 million in 2024, an increase of 115%. The peak was 2022 at $27.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $18.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for spirits (other types)?
The HS code for spirits (other types) is subheading 2208.90. It sits in HS chapter 22 (beverages, spirits and vinegar). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2208 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For Iraq, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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