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Iraq: Pimenta Pepper Market 2025

Pimenta Pepper Market Size in Iraq

In 2022, the Iraqi pimenta pepper market decreased by -3.5% to $X, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. Overall, consumption enjoyed a strong increase. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Pimenta Pepper Exports

Exports from Iraq

In 2022, the amount of pimenta pepper exported from Iraq shrank sharply to X tons, falling by -91% against the previous year's figure. Overall, exports faced a precipitous decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by 136% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, pimenta pepper exports reduced notably to $X in 2022. In general, exports saw a precipitous shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 88% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Turkey (X tons) was the main destination for pimenta pepper exports from Iraq, with a approx. 99% share of total exports.

From 2016 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Turkey stood at -22.6%.

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

From 2016 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Turkey stood at -25.5%.

Export Prices by Country

The average pimenta pepper export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, jumping by 49% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, recorded a perceptible shrinkage. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2016 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Turkey amounted to -3.8% per year.

Pimenta Pepper Imports

Imports into Iraq

In 2022, imports of pimenta pepper into Iraq expanded slightly to X tons, growing by 2% against the year before. In general, imports enjoyed significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of 114%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

In value terms, pimenta pepper imports shrank notably to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports posted buoyant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when imports increased by 69%. Imports peaked at $X in 2021, and then declined sharply in the following year.

Imports by Country

China (X tons), India (X tons) and Turkey (X tons) were the main suppliers of pimenta pepper imports to Iraq, together comprising 60% of total imports. The United Arab Emirates, Spain, Pakistan and Guatemala lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 30%.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for the United Arab Emirates (with a CAGR of +79.3%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of pimenta pepper to Iraq, comprising 32% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the United Arab Emirates ($X), with a 14% share of total imports. It was followed by India, with a 14% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from China stood at +34.9%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the United Arab Emirates (+73.6% per year) and India (+22.9% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average pimenta pepper import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, with a decrease of -18% against the previous year. Overall, the import price showed a abrupt contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when the average import price increased by 10%. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 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 Guatemala ($X per ton), while the price for Spain ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Pakistan (+8.8%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for pimenta pepper in the world?

India remains the largest pimenta pepper consuming country worldwide, accounting for 28% of total volume. Moreover, pimenta pepper consumption in India exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Thailand, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Ethiopia, with a 7.3% share.

What are the largest producers of pimenta pepper in the world?

India remains the largest pimenta pepper producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 41% of total volume. Moreover, pimenta pepper production in India exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Thailand, fivefold. China ranked third in terms of total production with a 7.2% share.

What are the leading suppliers of pimenta pepper to Iraq?

In value terms, Turkey constituted the largest supplier of pimenta pepper to Iraq, comprising 40% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Pakistan, with a 20% share of total imports. It was followed by India, with a 15% share.

What are the leading importers of pimenta pepper from Iraq?

In value terms, Turkey remains the key foreign market for pimenta pepper exports from Iraq.

What is the average export price for pimenta pepper in Iraq?

The average pimenta pepper export price stood at $2,094 per ton in 2021, reducing by -3.5% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for pimenta pepper in Iraq?

The average pimenta pepper import price stood at $1,922 per ton in 2021, falling by -2.6% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the pimenta pepper 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:

FCL 689 - Pimento

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. COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
4. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
5. 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, HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD
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. Yield And Growth
16. Exports And Growth
17. Export Prices And Growth
18. Market Size And Growth
19. Per Capita Consumption
20. Imports And Growth
21. Import Prices
22. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
23. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
24. Area Harvested, 2012–2024
25. Yield, 2012–2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
28. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
30. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
31. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
34. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
36. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
37. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024