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Iraq: Barbed Wire Market 2025

Barbed Wire Market Size in Iraq

In 2021, the Iraqi barbed wire market decreased by -22% to $X for the first time since 2016, thus ending a four-year rising trend. Over the period under review, consumption, however, showed slight growth. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X, and then shrank rapidly in the following year.

Barbed Wire Exports

Exports from Iraq

Barbed wire exports from Iraq amounted to X kg in 2020, remaining constant against the year before. In general, exports showed a precipitous slump. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2019. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2020, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, barbed wire exports totaled $X in 2020. Over the period under review, exports recorded a dramatic slump. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2019. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2020, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

South Africa (X kg) was the main destination for barbed wire exports from Iraq, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of volume to South Africa was relatively modest.

From 2012 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of value to South Africa was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

In 2020, the average barbed wire export price amounted to $X per ton, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year. In general, the export price recorded a resilient increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when the average export price decreased by 99.9% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs in 2020 and is likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for South Africa.

From 2012 to 2020, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Turkey amounted to 0.0% per year.

Barbed Wire Imports

Imports into Iraq

In 2021, overseas purchases of barbed wire and entanglements decreased by -30.9% to X tons for the first time since 2016, thus ending a four-year rising trend. Overall, imports showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when imports increased by 112%. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons, and then shrank remarkably in the following year.

In value terms, barbed wire imports contracted dramatically to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a tangible expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when imports increased by 91%. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X, and then shrank notably in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Turkey (X tons) constituted the largest barbed wire supplier to Iraq, with a 68% share of total imports. Moreover, barbed wire imports from Turkey exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, China (X tons), threefold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Turkey amounted to +3.6%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: China (-6.5% per year) and Jordan (+15.2% per year).

In value terms, Turkey ($X), China ($X) and Jordan ($X) appeared to be the largest barbed wire suppliers to Iraq, with a combined 97% share of total imports.

Among the main suppliers, Turkey, with a CAGR of +2.6%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average barbed wire import price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 21% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import price indicated temperate growth from 2012 to 2021: its price increased at an average annual rate of +2.3% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, barbed wire import price increased by +52.8% against 2018 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 when the average import price increased by 74%. The import price peaked in 2021 and is likely to continue growth in years to come.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while the price for Jordan ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+8.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for barbed wire and entanglements in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of barbed wire consumption in 2021 were Turkey, China and the United States, with a combined 46% share of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of barbed wire and entanglements in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of barbed wire production in 2021 were Turkey, China and the United States, with a combined 54% share of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of barbed wire and entanglements to Iraq?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of barbed wire to Iraq, comprising 78% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Turkey, with a 17% share of total imports. It was followed by the United Arab Emirates, with a 2.6% share.

What is the average export price for barbed wire and entanglements in Iraq?

The average barbed wire export price stood at $7,717 per ton in 2020, approximately reflecting the previous year.

What is the average import price for barbed wire and entanglements in Iraq?

The average barbed wire import price stood at $1,438 per ton in 2021, picking up by 4.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the barbed wire market in Iraq. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 25931230 - Barbed wire and barbed wire entanglements made from steel or steel wire

Country coverage:

Iraq

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Iraq
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024