Steel screw and bolt imports in Iraq: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Iraq imported steel screw and bolt worth $60.2 million (23.9 thousand tonnes). Value fell 5% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $84.8 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 | $60.2M | 23.9K t |
| 2023 | $63.3M | 17.9K t |
| 2022 | $84.8M | 19.1K t |
| 2021 | $46.5M | 15.6K t |
| 2020 | $59.1M | 16.2K t |
| 2019 | $54.0M | 16.5K t |
| 2018 | $32.8M | 11.2K t |
| 2017 | $26.5M | 8.8K t |
Where Iraq imports steel screw and bolt from
China alone supplied 81% of it. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+93% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $48.6M | 81% |
| Turkey | $3.8M | 6.3% |
| United States | $2.5M | 4.1% |
| Germany | $1.3M | 2.2% |
| Italy | $1.0M | 1.7% |
| Netherlands | $944K | 1.6% |
| Taiwan | $400K | 0.7% |
| Switzerland | $310K | 0.5% |
| South Korea | $300K | 0.5% |
| India | $204K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.52 per kg, 31% below the world average of $3.67, 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 steel screw and bolt imports (HS 7318.15): 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 7318.15: Iron or steel: threaded screws and bolts n.e.c. in item no. 7318.1, whether or not with their nuts or washers.
Common questions
What is the value of steel screw and bolt imported by Iraq?
Iraq imported steel screw and bolt worth $60.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 23.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 51st of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply steel screw and bolt to Iraq?
China was the largest supplier with 81% of the value ($48.6 million), followed by Turkey (6%) and the United States (4%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 206% on the year.
What is the average import price of steel screw and bolt per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.52 per kg in 2024, 31% below the world average of $3.67 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of steel screw and bolt to Iraq changed since 2017?
Imports went from $26.5 million in 2017 to $60.2 million in 2024, an increase of 127%. The peak was 2022 at $84.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $53.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for steel screw and bolt?
The HS code for steel screw and bolt is subheading 7318.15. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7318 page.
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