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Iraq: Nonwoven Fabric Market 2025

Nonwoven Fabric Exports

Exports from Iraq

In 2022, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in overseas shipments of nonwoven fabrics, when their volume decreased by -68.6% to X tons. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 37,380%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons, and then reduced remarkably in the following year.

In value terms, nonwoven fabric exports reduced notably to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, recorded a significant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 13,899% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X, and then fell sharply in the following year.

Exports by Country

The United Arab Emirates (X tons) was the main destination for nonwoven fabric exports from Iraq, with a approx. 99% share of total exports.

From 2020 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to the United Arab Emirates was relatively modest.

From 2020 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the United Arab Emirates was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average nonwoven fabric export price amounted to $X per ton, declining by -62.6% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price saw a dramatic slump. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2020, and then fell notably in the following year.

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

From 2020 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the United Arab Emirates amounted to 0.0% per year.

Nonwoven Fabric Imports

Imports into Iraq

In 2022, after two years of growth, there was decline in overseas purchases of nonwoven fabrics, when their volume decreased by -4.9% to X tons. Overall, imports, however, recorded a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 136%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2021, and then reduced in the following year.

In value terms, nonwoven fabric imports rose markedly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a strong expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when imports increased by 170%. Imports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Turkey (X tons) constituted the largest nonwoven fabric supplier to Iraq, accounting for a approx. 82% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Turkey amounted to +33.7%.

In value terms, Turkey ($X) constituted the largest supplier of nonwoven fabrics to Iraq.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Turkey amounted to +32.7%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average nonwoven fabric import price amounted to $X per ton, rising by 11% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, recorded a slight shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when the average import price increased by 14% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for China amounted to +2.5% per year.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for nonwoven fabrics in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, the United States and Indonesia, with a combined 37% share of global consumption. These countries were followed by Brazil, Germany, Japan, Pakistan, Bangladesh, South Korea, Italy, Turkey, Mexico and Iran, which together accounted for a further 25%.

What are the largest producers of nonwoven fabrics in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of nonwoven fabric production, comprising approx. 30% of total volume. Moreover, nonwoven fabric production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, fourfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Germany, with a 3.7% share.

What are the leading suppliers of nonwoven fabrics to Iraq?

In value terms, Italy constituted the largest supplier of nonwoven fabric to Iraq, comprising 46% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by China, with a 14% share of total imports. It was followed by Turkey, with a 13% share.

What is the average export price for nonwoven fabrics in Iraq?

In 2020, the average nonwoven fabric export price amounted to $6,867 per ton, remaining stable against the previous year.

What is the average import price for nonwoven fabrics in Iraq?

In 2021, the average nonwoven fabric import price amounted to $2,823 per ton, shrinking by -11% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the nonwoven 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 13951010 - Non-wovens of a weight . .25 g/m. (including articles made from non-wovens) (excluding articles of apparel, coated or covered)
Prodcom 13951020 - Non-wovens of a weight of > .25 g/m. but . .70 g/m. (including articles made from non-wovens) (excluding articles of apparel, coated or covered)
Prodcom 13951030 - Non-wovens of a weight of > .70 g/m. but . .150 g/m. (including articles made from non-wovens) (excluding articles of apparel, coated or covered)
Prodcom 13951050 - Non-wovens of a weight of > .150 g/m. (including articles made from non-wovens) (excluding articles of apparel, coated or covered)
Prodcom 13951070 - Non-wovens, coated or covered (including articles made from non-wovens) (excluding articles of apparel)

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 THE 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 TRENDSThis Chapter is Available Only for the Professional EditionPRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. MARKET STRUCTURE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
3. TRADE BALANCE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2035
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION

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 PRODUCTS
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCTS
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORTS
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 Export
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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: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
8. IMPORTS

The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
9. EXPORTS

The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
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: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
3. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
4. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country, 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, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
2. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
7. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2035
9. Market Value Forecast to 2035
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: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
22. Production, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
23. Imports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
24. Imports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
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, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
30. Exports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
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, 2012–2024