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Iraq: Market for Gravel And Crushed Stone 2024

Market Size for Gravel And Crushed Stone in Iraq

In 2021, the Iraqi gravel and crushed stone market increased by 12% to $X for the first time since 2012, thus ending a eight-year declining trend. In general, consumption, however, saw a deep setback. Gravel and crushed stone consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Production of Gravel And Crushed Stone in Iraq

In value terms, gravel and crushed stone production reached $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, saw a deep downturn. Over the period under review, production reached the peak level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, production failed to regain momentum.

Exports of Gravel And Crushed Stone

Exports from Iraq

In 2021, overseas shipments of gravel and crushed stone were finally on the rise to reach X tons after two years of decline. Overall, exports, however, recorded a pronounced contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 99.9%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, gravel and crushed stone exports expanded rapidly to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw a abrupt slump. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of 100%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Qatar (X tons) was the main destination for gravel and crushed stone exports from Iraq, accounting for a approx. 99.9% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Qatar totaled -3.6%.

In value terms, Qatar ($X) also remains the key foreign market for gravel and crushed stone exports from Iraq.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Qatar stood at -19.2%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average gravel and crushed stone export price amounted to $X per ton, dropping by -29.7% against the previous year. In general, the export price showed a drastic downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 a decrease of -0.1% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Qatar amounted to -16.1% per year.

Imports of Gravel And Crushed Stone

Imports into Iraq

In 2021, purchases abroad of gravel and crushed stone was finally on the rise to reach X tons after two years of decline. Overall, imports enjoyed a significant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when imports increased by 519% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, gravel and crushed stone imports soared to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports posted a significant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when imports increased by 449%. Imports peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, the United Arab Emirates (X tons) was the main gravel and crushed stone supplier to Iraq, with a 96% share of total imports. Moreover, gravel and crushed stone imports from the United Arab Emirates exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Turkey (X tons), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from the United Arab Emirates stood at +33.1%.

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) constituted the largest supplier of gravel and crushed stone to Iraq, comprising 92% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Turkey ($X), with a 4.4% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from the United Arab Emirates stood at +37.1%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average gravel and crushed stone import price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 2.2% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, showed a perceptible setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when the average import price increased by 35%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Turkey ($X per ton), while the price for the United Arab Emirates amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United Arab Emirates (+2.9%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for gravel and crushed stone in the world?

The country with the largest volume of gravel and crushed stone consumption was China, comprising approx. 24% of total volume. Moreover, gravel and crushed stone consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, fourfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Japan, with a 4.2% share.

What are the largest producers of gravel and crushed stone in the world?

China remains the largest gravel and crushed stone producing country worldwide, accounting for 24% of total volume. Moreover, gravel and crushed stone production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, fivefold. Japan ranked third in terms of total production with a 4.2% share.

What are the leading suppliers of gravel and crushed stone to Iraq?

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates constituted the largest supplier of gravel and crushed stone to Iraq.

What are the leading importers of gravel and crushed stone from Iraq?

In value terms, Qatar remains the key foreign market for gravel and crushed stone exports from Iraq.

What is the average export price for gravel and crushed stone in Iraq?

The average gravel and crushed stone export price stood at $9.3 per ton in 2021, reducing by -14.1% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for gravel and crushed stone in Iraq?

In 2021, the average gravel and crushed stone import price amounted to $8.6 per ton, waning by -79% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for gravel and crushed stone 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 08121210 - Gravel and pebbles of a kind used for concrete aggregates, f or road metalling or for railway or other ballast, shingle and flint
Prodcom 08121230 - Crushed stone of a kind used for concrete aggregates, for road metalling or for railway or other ballast (excluding gravel, p ebbles, shingle and flint)
Prodcom 08121250 - Granules, chippings and powder of marble
Prodcom 08121290 - Granules, chippings and powder of travertine, ecaussine, granite, porphyry, basalt, sandstone and other monumental stone
Prodcom 08121300 - Mixtures of slag and similar industrial waste products, w hether or not incorporating pebbles, gravel, shingle and flint for construction use

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 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
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 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
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, 2012–2023
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023