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Iraq: Market for Uncoated Mechanical Printing and Writing Papers 2024

Market Size for Uncoated Mechanical Printing and Writing Papers in Iraq

In 2021, the Iraqi market for uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers was finally on the rise to reach $X for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Over the period under review, consumption recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Exports of Uncoated Mechanical Printing and Writing Papers

Exports from Iraq

In 2021, exports of uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers from Iraq amounted to less than X kg, approximately reflecting the year before. Overall, exports saw a relatively flat trend pattern.

In value terms, exports of uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers stood at less than $X in 2021. In general, exports showed a relatively flat trend pattern.

Imports of Uncoated Mechanical Printing and Writing Papers

Imports into Iraq

In 2021, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in overseas purchases of uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers, when their volume increased by 35% to X tons. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 88%. Over the period under review, imports of attained the peak figure at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, imports of uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers soared to $X in 2021. Overall, imports saw mild growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when imports increased by 74%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2017 to 2021, the growth of imports of failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

Turkey (X tons), China (X tons) and Croatia (X tons) were the main suppliers of imports of uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers to Iraq, with a combined 62% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Turkey (with a CAGR of +41.2%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers to Iraq, comprising 60% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Turkey ($X), with an 18% share of total imports. It was followed by Sweden, with a 4.3% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from China totaled +11.4%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Turkey (+24.7% per year) and Sweden (+11.2% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average import price for uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers stood at $X per ton in 2021, shrinking by -6.5% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import price indicated a perceptible increase from 2012 to 2021: its price increased at an average annual rate of +2.3% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, import price for uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers increased by +11.0% against 2017 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when the average import price increased by 72% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2015 to 2021, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton), while the price for Lebanon ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Egypt (+20.6%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers in the world?

The country with the largest volume of consumption of uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers was China, comprising approx. 62% of total volume. Moreover, consumption of uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, ninefold. Germany ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 5.1% share.

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

China constituted the country with the largest volume of production of uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers, accounting for 62% of total volume. Moreover, production of uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Germany, tenfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Canada, with a 4.7% share.

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

In value terms, Italy constituted the largest supplier of uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers to Iraq, comprising 83% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by China, with a 10% share of total imports. It was followed by Norway, with a 3.3% share.

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

The average export price for uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers stood at $1,123 per ton in 2011, flattening at the previous year.

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

The average import price for uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers stood at $2,414 per ton in 2020, growing by 91% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers 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 1612 - Printing and writing papers, uncoated, mechanical

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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
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 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
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, 2012–2023
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023