Synthetic monofilament imports in Iraq: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of synthetic monofilament by Iraq reached $4.5 million in 2024 (2.2 thousand tonnes). That is 22% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 21% 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 | $4.5M | 2.2K t |
| 2023 | $3.7M | 292 t |
| 2022 | $4.0M | 743 t |
| 2021 | $4.0M | 574 t |
| 2020 | $4.4M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $3.5M | 1.4K t |
| 2018 | $3.7M | 1.7K t |
| 2017 | $1.2M | 476 t |
Where Iraq imports synthetic monofilament from
One supplier dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 64% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+40% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $2.9M | 64% |
| China | $1.5M | 34% |
| Turkey | $52K | 1.1% |
| Thailand | $15K | 0.3% |
| Bulgaria | $15K | 0.3% |
| Germany | $12K | 0.3% |
| South Korea | $3K | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 5404
| 5404.12 | Monofilament of polypropylene: of 67 decitex or more and of which no cross-sectional dimension exceeds 1mm | 61% |
| 5404.90 | Filament, synthetic: strip and the like (e.g.. artificial straw), of synthetic textile materials of an apparent width not exceeding 5mm | 38% |
| 5404.19 | Monofilament n.e.c. in heading no 5404: of 67 decitex or more and of which no cross-sectional dimension exceeds 1mm | 0.8% |
| 5404.11 | Elastomeric monofilament: of 67 decitex or more and of which no cross-sectional dimension exceeds 1mm | 0.3% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 5404.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.07 per kg, 62% below the world average of $5.52, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Iraq?
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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 5404: Synthetic monofilament of 67 decitex or more, of which no cross-sectional dimension exceeds 1mm; strip and the like (e.g. artificial straw) of synthetic textile materials of an apparent width not exceeding 5mm.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic monofilament imported by Iraq?
Iraq imported synthetic monofilament worth $4.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 50th of 203 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 22% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic monofilament to Iraq?
Saudi Arabia was the largest supplier with 64% of the value ($2.9 million), followed by China (34%) and Turkey (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 418% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic monofilament per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.07 per kg in 2024, 62% below the world average of $5.52 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 synthetic monofilament to Iraq changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.2 million in 2017 to $4.5 million in 2024, an increase of 273%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
What is the HS code for synthetic monofilament?
The HS code for synthetic monofilament is heading 5404. In Iraq the largest six-digit codes were 5404.12 (61% of the value) and 5404.90 (38%). It sits in HS chapter 54 (man-made filaments; strip and the like of man-made textile materials). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5404 page.
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