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Iraq: Narrow Woven Fabric Market 2025

Narrow Woven Fabric Market Size in Iraq

The Iraqi narrow woven fabric market declined to $X in 2021, shrinking by -7.8% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). In general, consumption, however, showed a buoyant expansion. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2018 to 2021, the growth of the market remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Narrow Woven Fabric Exports

Exports from Iraq

After two years of decline, overseas shipments of narrow woven fabrics decreased by -63.4% to X kg in 2021. Overall, exports recorded a drastic downturn. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X kg in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, narrow woven fabric exports fell markedly to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports showed a precipitous decrease. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2020, and then fell significantly in the following year.

Exports by Country

Turkey (X kg) was the main destination for narrow woven fabric exports from Iraq, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Turkey was relatively modest.

In value terms, Turkey ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for narrow woven fabrics exports from Iraq.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Turkey was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average narrow woven fabric export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, dropping by -90.6% against the previous year. Overall, the export price continues to indicate a abrupt decline. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2020, and then dropped notably 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 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the Netherlands amounted to 0.0% per year.

Narrow Woven Fabric Imports

Imports into Iraq

In 2021, the amount of narrow woven fabrics imported into Iraq dropped modestly to X tons, which is down by -3.9% compared with 2020 figures. Over the period under review, total imports indicated a moderate increase from 2012 to 2021: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +2.5% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, imports decreased by -31.6% against 2017 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 119%. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2018 to 2021, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, narrow woven fabric imports contracted to $X in 2021. Overall, imports, however, enjoyed a buoyant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 167%. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2018 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, China (X tons) constituted the largest narrow woven fabric supplier to Iraq, with a 75% share of total imports. Moreover, narrow woven fabric imports from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Turkey (X tons), fivefold. The third position in this ranking was taken by the United Arab Emirates (X tons), with a 2.3% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from China stood at +1.5%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Turkey (+13.5% per year) and the United Arab Emirates (-1.6% per year).

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of narrow woven fabrics to Iraq, comprising 85% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Turkey ($X), with an 8.2% share of total imports. It was followed by Jordan, with a 2% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from China amounted to +7.4%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Turkey (+6.3% per year) and Jordan (-1.3% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average narrow woven fabric import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, which is down by -5.5% against the previous year. In general, import price indicated perceptible growth from 2012 to 2021: its price increased at an average annual rate of +3.4% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, narrow woven fabric import price increased by +12.3% against 2018 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when the average import price increased by 44%. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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 Jordan ($X per ton), while the price for the United Arab Emirates ($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 (+5.8%), 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 narrow woven fabrics in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were Brazil, China and the United States, together comprising 54% of global consumption. These countries were followed by India, Pakistan, Turkey, Indonesia, Mexico, Nigeria and South Korea, which together accounted for a further 18%.

What are the largest producers of narrow woven fabrics in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, Brazil and the United States, with a combined 66% share of global production. India, Pakistan, Turkey, South Korea, Taiwan Chinese), Indonesia, Germany and Italy lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 19%.

What are the leading suppliers of narrow woven fabrics to Iraq?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of narrow woven fabric to Iraq, comprising 79% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Turkey, with a 12% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of narrow woven fabrics from Iraq?

In value terms, Italy remains the key foreign market for narrow woven fabric exports from Iraq, comprising 98% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Turkey $32), with a 2.1% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for narrow woven fabrics in Iraq?

In 2021, the average narrow woven fabric export price amounted to $28,717 per ton, dropping by -11% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for narrow woven fabrics in Iraq?

The average narrow woven fabric import price stood at $5,179 per ton in 2021, falling by -8.6% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the narrow woven fabric 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 13961730 - Narrow woven fabrics other than labels, badges and other similar articles
Prodcom 13961750 - Labels, badges and similar articles in textile materials (excluding embroidered)
Prodcom 13961770 - Braids in the piece, tassels and pompons, ornamental trimmings (excluding knitted or crocheted)

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