Steel can (other) imports in Iraq: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Iraq imported steel can (other) worth $12.3 million (3.2 thousand tonnes). That is 8% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $12.3M | 3.2K t |
| 2023 | $11.4M | 3.5K t |
| 2022 | $8.6M | 2.9K t |
| 2021 | $10.2M | 4.3K t |
| 2020 | $7.8M | 3.0K t |
| 2019 | $7.7M | 2.7K t |
| 2018 | $9.1M | 2.7K t |
| 2017 | $7.8M | 3.1K t |
Where Iraq imports steel can (other) from
One supplier dominates: Turkey accounted for 73% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+49% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $9.0M | 73% |
| China | $2.9M | 24% |
| Italy | $116K | 0.9% |
| Pakistan | $97K | 0.8% |
| United States | $75K | 0.6% |
| Saudi Arabia | $50K | 0.4% |
| United Kingdom | $23K | 0.2% |
| Lebanon | $10K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $5K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $4K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.90 per kg, close to the world average of $4.40.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Iraq?
The shipment records behind Iraq steel can (other) imports (HS 7310.29): 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 7310.29: Tanks, casks, drums, boxes and similar containers for any material (excluding compressed or liquefied gas) less than 50l capacity, n.e.c. in item no. 7310.2, of iron or steel.
Common questions
What is the value of steel can (other) imported by Iraq?
Iraq imported steel can (other) worth $12.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 43rd of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply steel can (other) to Iraq?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 73% of the value ($9.0 million), followed by China (24%) and Italy (1%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 286% on the year.
What is the average import price of steel can (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.90 per kg in 2024, 11% below the world average of $4.40 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of steel can (other) to Iraq changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.8 million in 2017 to $12.3 million in 2024, an increase of 59%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $9.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for steel can (other)?
The HS code for steel can (other) is subheading 7310.29. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7310 page.
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