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Iraq: Market for Preparations For Permanent Waving Or Straightening Of Hair 2025

Market Size for Preparations For Permanent Waving Or Straightening Of Hair in Iraq

In 2021, the Iraqi market for preparations for permanent waving or straightening of hair increased by 44% to $X, rising for the second year in a row after four years of decline. In general, consumption, however, continues to indicate a abrupt descent. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Exports of Preparations For Permanent Waving Or Straightening Of Hair

Exports from Iraq

In 2021, shipments abroad of preparations for permanent waving or straightening of hair decreased by 0% to X kg, falling for the second year in a row after two years of decline. Overall, exports showed significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when exports increased by 800% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

In value terms, hair waving or straightening preparations exports stood at $X in 2021. In general, exports showed a resilient expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of 1,453%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2018 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Egypt (X kg) was the main destination for hair waving or straightening preparations exports from Iraq, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2016 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Egypt was relatively modest.

From 2016 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Egypt was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average export price for preparations for permanent waving or straightening of hair amounted to $X per ton, flattening at the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price showed a dramatic slump. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when the average export price increased by 73% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2018 to 2021, the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2016 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Morocco amounted to 0.0% per year.

Imports of Preparations For Permanent Waving Or Straightening Of Hair

Imports into Iraq

In 2021, overseas purchases of preparations for permanent waving or straightening of hair increased by 63% to X tons, rising for the second year in a row after four years of decline. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt curtailment. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, hair waving or straightening preparations imports surged to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by 51% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Lebanon (X tons) constituted the largest hair waving or straightening preparations supplier to Iraq, accounting for a 62% share of total imports. Moreover, hair waving or straightening preparations imports from Lebanon exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Brazil (X tons), sixfold. The United Arab Emirates (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with an 8.2% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Lebanon amounted to -17.9%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Brazil (+41.6% per year) and the United Arab Emirates (+17.1% per year).

In value terms, the largest hair waving or straightening preparations suppliers to Iraq were Brazil ($X), the United Arab Emirates ($X) and Lebanon ($X), with a combined 84% share of total imports. These countries were followed by the United States, Egypt, South Africa and Turkey, which together accounted for a further 14%.

The United States, with a CAGR of +44.5%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average import price for preparations for permanent waving or straightening of hair amounted to $X per ton, declining by -23.4% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, continues to indicate buoyant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when the average import price increased by 171%. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2019; however, from 2020 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, the country with the highest price was Brazil ($X per ton), while the price for South Africa ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United Arab Emirates (+10.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for preparations for permanent waving or straightening of hair in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of hair waving or straightening preparations consumption, accounting for 20% of total volume. Moreover, hair waving or straightening preparations consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, twofold. India ranked third in terms of total consumption with an 8.1% share.

What are the largest producers of preparations for permanent waving or straightening of hair in the world?

China remains the largest hair waving or straightening preparations producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 21% of total volume. Moreover, hair waving or straightening preparations production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by India, with a 7.9% share.

What are the leading suppliers of preparations for permanent waving or straightening of hair to Iraq?

In value terms, the largest hair waving or straightening preparations suppliers to Iraq were the United Arab Emirates, Brazil and Lebanon, with a combined 88% share of total imports.

What is the average export price for preparations for permanent waving or straightening of hair in Iraq?

In 2016, the average export price for preparations for permanent waving or straightening of hair amounted to $3,214 per ton, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year.

What is the average import price for preparations for permanent waving or straightening of hair in Iraq?

In 2020, the average import price for preparations for permanent waving or straightening of hair amounted to $4,501 per ton, declining by -31.4% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for hair waving or straightening preparations 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 20421650 - Preparations for permanent waving or straightening of hair

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
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4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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