Urea fertilizer imports in Iraq: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Iraq imported urea fertilizer worth $11.5 million (32.6 thousand tonnes). Value fell 39% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 9% 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 | $11.5M | 32.6K t |
| 2023 | $18.8M | 37.8K t |
| 2022 | $84.8M | 160.2K t |
| 2021 | $30.2M | 64.6K t |
| 2020 | $45.9M | 271.9K t |
| 2019 | $53.0M | 276.0K t |
| 2018 | $47.7M | 206.9K t |
| 2017 | $22.5M | 111.0K t |
Where Iraq imports urea fertilizer from
The largest suppliers were Turkey (40%), Saudi Arabia (34%), Bahrain (22%). Among the main suppliers, Greece grew fastest (+79% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $4.6M | 40% |
| Saudi Arabia | $3.9M | 34% |
| Bahrain | $2.5M | 22% |
| Greece | $245K | 2.1% |
| Uzbekistan | $121K | 1.1% |
| Italy | $47K | 0.4% |
| Germany | $26K | 0.2% |
| Hungary | $11K | 0.1% |
| South Korea | $7K | 0.1% |
| United States | $5K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.35 per kg, close to the world average of $0.36.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Urea fertilizer exports from Iraq
Iraq exported $327 thousand of urea fertilizer in 2024 (860 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: India accounted for 100% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, India grew fastest (+618% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $327K | 100% |
Who is behind these numbers in Iraq?
The shipment records behind Iraq urea fertilizer imports (HS 3102.10): 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 3102.10: Fertilizers, mineral or chemical: nitrogenous, urea, whether or not in aqueous solution.
Common questions
What is the value of urea fertilizer imported by Iraq?
Iraq imported urea fertilizer worth $11.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 32.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 90th of 202 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 39% on 2023.
Which countries supply urea fertilizer to Iraq?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($4.6 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (34%) and Bahrain (22%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 13 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 340% on the year.
What is the average import price of urea fertilizer per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.35 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $0.36 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of urea fertilizer to Iraq changed since 2017?
Imports went from $22.5 million in 2017 to $11.5 million in 2024, a fall of 49%. The peak was 2022 at $84.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $39.3 million a year.
Does Iraq also export urea fertilizer?
Yes. Iraq exported $327 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to India. On balance Iraq is a net importer of this product, by about $11.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for urea fertilizer?
The HS code for urea fertilizer is subheading 3102.10. It sits in HS chapter 31 (fertilizers). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3102 page.
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