Surveying instrument parts imports in Iraq: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Iraq imported surveying instrument parts worth $9.3 million (48 tonnes). That is 42% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2020, at $17.8 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 | $9.3M | 48 t |
| 2023 | $15.9M | 66 t |
| 2022 | $14.9M | 100 t |
| 2021 | $11.1M | 108 t |
| 2020 | $17.8M | 245 t |
| 2019 | $14.8M | 125 t |
| 2018 | $9.4M | 71 t |
| 2017 | $4.1M | 21 t |
Where Iraq imports surveying instrument parts from
China alone supplied 60% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.6M | 61% |
| Japan | $1.6M | 18% |
| Bahrain | $603K | 6.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $375K | 4% |
| France | $355K | 3.8% |
| United Kingdom | $311K | 3.4% |
| United States | $249K | 2.7% |
| Germany | $54K | 0.6% |
| Kuwait | $30K | 0.3% |
| Canada | $16K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $195.02 per kg, 75% above the world average of $111.72. 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?
The shipment records behind Iraq surveying instrument parts imports (HS 9015.90): 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 9015.90: Surveying equipment: parts and accessories for articles of heading no. 9015.
Common questions
What is the value of surveying instrument parts imported by Iraq?
Iraq imported surveying instrument parts worth $9.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 48 tonnes. That ranks it 45th of 212 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 42% on 2023.
Which countries supply surveying instrument parts to Iraq?
China was the largest supplier with 60% of the value ($5.6 million), followed by Japan (18%) and Bahrain (6%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. Canada grew fastest among the top ten, up 274% on the year.
What is the average import price of surveying instrument parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $195.02 per kg in 2024, 75% above the world average of $111.72 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of surveying instrument parts to Iraq changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.1 million in 2017 to $9.3 million in 2024, an increase of 126%. The peak was 2020 at $17.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $12.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for surveying instrument parts?
The HS code for surveying instrument parts is subheading 9015.90. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9015 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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