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Iraq: Market for Coated Printing and Writing Papers 2025

Market Size for Coated Printing and Writing Papers in Iraq

The Iraqi market for coated printing and writing papers surged to $X in 2021, jumping by 66% 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 recorded a resilient increase. Coated printing and writing paper consumption peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Exports of Coated Printing and Writing Papers

Exports from Iraq

In 2021, overseas shipments of coated printing and writing papers were finally on the rise to reach X tons after two years of decline. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw a sharp setback. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, coated printing and writing paper exports surged to $X in 2021. Overall, exports, however, showed a deep slump. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

The United Arab Emirates (X tons) was the main destination for coated printing and writing paper exports from Iraq, with a approx. 99.9% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to the United Arab Emirates stood at +36.0%.

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) also remains the key foreign market for coated printing and writing papers exports from Iraq.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the United Arab Emirates stood at +29.0%.

Export Prices by Country

The average export price for coated printing and writing papers stood at $X per ton in 2021, reducing by -37.3% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, enjoyed a prominent expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when the average export price increased by 209% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 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 the United Arab Emirates.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the United Arab Emirates amounted to -5.1% per year.

Imports of Coated Printing and Writing Papers

Imports into Iraq

Coated printing and writing paper imports into Iraq soared to X tons in 2021, with an increase of 53% on the year before. Over the period under review, imports recorded a remarkable increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of 113%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, coated printing and writing paper imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. In general, imports recorded a resilient increase. Imports peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

India (X tons), South Korea (X tons) and China (X tons) were the main suppliers of coated printing and writing paper imports to Iraq, together comprising 45% of total imports. Finland, Iran, Indonesia, Egypt, the United Arab Emirates, Italy, Germany, Turkey, Saudi Arabia and Jordan lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 42%.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Germany (with a CAGR of +45.7%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X), India ($X) and China ($X) constituted the largest coated printing and writing paper suppliers to Iraq, together accounting for 43% of total imports. These countries were followed by Finland, Iran, South Korea, Indonesia, Turkey, Egypt, Italy, Saudi Arabia, Germany and Jordan, which together accounted for a further 44%.

Germany, with a CAGR of +37.3%, saw 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 coated printing and writing papers amounted to $X per ton, rising by 11% against the previous year. In general, the import price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 an increase of 21% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2018; afterwards, it flattened through to 2021.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton), while the price for South Korea ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Finland (+14.7%), 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 coated printing and writing papers in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of coated printing and writing paper consumption in 2020 were China, the United States and Japan, with a combined 42% share of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of coated printing and writing papers in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of coated printing and writing paper production, comprising approx. 22% of total volume. Moreover, coated printing and writing paper production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Japan, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 9.9% share.

What are the leading suppliers of coated printing and writing papers to Iraq?

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates constituted the largest supplier of coated printing and writing paper to Iraq, comprising 42% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Indonesia, with a 16% share of total imports. It was followed by China, with a 14% share.

What is the average export price for coated printing and writing papers in Iraq?

In 2020, the average export price for coated printing and writing papers amounted to $1,667 per ton, leveling off at the previous year.

What is the average import price for coated printing and writing papers in Iraq?

The average import price for coated printing and writing papers stood at $1,628 per ton in 2020, increasing by 55% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for coated printing and writing paper 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 1616 - Printing and writing papers, coated

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