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Iraq: Ceramic Tile Market 2025

Ceramic Tile Exports

Exports from Iraq

In 2022, overseas shipments of ceramic tiles increased by 169% to X square meters for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year declining trend. In general, exports saw a remarkable increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 2,500% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X square meters. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, ceramic tile exports soared to $X in 2022. Overall, exports continue to indicate a resilient expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of 1,920% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Turkey (X square meters) was the main destination for ceramic tile exports from Iraq, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Turkey totaled +19.0%.

In value terms, Turkey ($X) also remains the key foreign market for ceramic tiles exports from Iraq.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Turkey amounted to +26.8%.

Export Prices by Country

The average ceramic tile export price stood at $X per square meter in 2022, declining by -32.7% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when the average export price increased by 89% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per square meter in 2021, and then declined sharply in the following year.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Turkey amounted to +6.5% per year.

Ceramic Tile Imports

Imports into Iraq

In 2022, imports of ceramic tiles into Iraq rose to X square meters, surging by 3.2% against the year before. In general, imports, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 with an increase of 184%. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X square meters in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, ceramic tile imports amounted to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, recorded a slight decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 174%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2016 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2022, India (X square meters) constituted the largest supplier of ceramic tile to Iraq, with a 57% share of total imports. Moreover, ceramic tile imports from India exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, China (X square meters), twofold. Spain (X square meters) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 5% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from India amounted to +43.4%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: China (-2.6% per year) and Spain (-7.4% per year).

In value terms, the largest ceramic tile suppliers to Iraq were India ($X), China ($X) and Turkey ($X), together comprising 75% of total imports.

India, with a CAGR of +40.9%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Import Prices by Country

The average ceramic tile import price stood at $X per square meter in 2022, dropping by -2.3% against the previous year. Overall, the import price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when the average import price increased by 54% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per square meter in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Turkey ($X per square meter), while the price for India ($X per square meter) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Turkey (+4.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for ceramic tiles in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, Brazil and India, together accounting for 38% of global consumption. These countries were followed by the United States, Saudi Arabia, Germany, Mexico, Russia, Indonesia, Turkey, France and Egypt, which together accounted for a further 27%.

What are the largest producers of ceramic tiles in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, Brazil and India, with a combined 54% share of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of ceramic tiles to Iraq?

In value terms, India constituted the largest supplier of ceramic tile to Iraq, comprising 57% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Spain, with a 13% share of total imports. It was followed by Turkey, with a 13% share.

What are the leading importers of ceramic tiles from Iraq?

In value terms, Serbia remains the key foreign market for ceramic tile exports from Iraq, comprising 83% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Montenegro $454), with a 17% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for ceramic tiles in Iraq?

The average ceramic tile export price stood at $12 per square meter in 2021, jumping by 60% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for ceramic tiles in Iraq?

In 2021, the average ceramic tile import price amounted to $4.2 per square meter, declining by -30.5% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the ceramic tile 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 23311000 -
Prodcom 23311010 - Unglazed ceramic mosaic tiles, cubes and similar articles, w ith a surface area < .49 cm.
Prodcom 23311020 - Glazed ceramic mosaic tiles, cubes and similar articles, with a surface area < .49 cm.
Prodcom 23311030 -
Prodcom 23311050 - Unglazed ceramic and stoneware flags and paving, hearth or wall tiles, unglazed ceramic and stoneware mosaic cubes and the like, whether or not on a backing
Prodcom 23311053 -
Prodcom 23311057 -
Prodcom 23311071 - Glazed ceramic double tiles of the spaltplatten type
Prodcom 23311073 - Glazed stoneware flags and paving, hearth or wall tiles, with a face of > .90 cm.
Prodcom 23311075 - Glazed earthenware or fine pottery ceramic flags and paving, h earth or wall tiles, with a face of > .90 cm.
Prodcom 23311079 - Glazed ceramic flags and paving, hearth or wall tiles excluding double tiles of the spaltplatten type, stoneware, e arthenware or fine pottery flags, paving or tiles with a face of not > .90 cm.

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

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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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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