Introduction

Iraq is one of the most consequential automotive markets in the Middle East — a country of approximately 43 million people, the world’s second-largest proven oil reserves, and an economy that has undergone one of the most dramatic transformations of any nation on earth over the past two decades. Emerging from the combined effects of the 2003 US-led invasion and its aftermath, the sectarian conflict of 2006–2008, the catastrophic rise and military defeat of ISIS across northern and western Iraq between 2013 and 2017, and the sustained post-war reconstruction that has followed, Iraq’s consumer economy — including its vehicle market — has grown into one of the largest and fastest-moving in the Arab world.

Baghdad, the capital, is a metropolitan area of roughly 8–9 million people — one of the Arab world’s most populous cities — situated on the Tigris River in central Iraq. Greater Baghdad encompasses the formal city limits and surrounding districts including Sadr City, Kadhimiya, Karkh, and the vast southern suburbs, and concentrates the overwhelming majority of Iraq’s government, commercial, and private sector activity. Basra, Iraq’s second city and the economic capital of the oil-rich south, is the hub of Iraq’s petroleum industry and the country’s sole maritime trade gateway, with a population of approximately 3–4 million in the greater metropolitan area. Mosul, in the north, is Iraq’s third-largest city (population approximately 1.8 million) and the economic centre of the Nineveh governorate; it is still undergoing massive reconstruction following its liberation from ISIS in 2017 and the near-total destruction of the old city. Erbil (Hewlêr), capital of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq (KRI), is a rapidly growing city of approximately 1.5–2 million people that has functioned as a relative island of stability and economic growth throughout Iraq’s post-2003 turbulence, developing into a regional hub for international business, investment, and diplomacy.

Sulaymaniyah and Duhok complete the three major cities of the Kurdistan Region, which operates under the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) with substantial autonomy from Baghdad, including its own separate customs and border management at the Ibrahim Khalil (Zakho) land border crossing with Turkey. The Kurdistan Region’s relative stability and its separate administrative identity create a distinctive sub-market within Iraq’s overall vehicle and parts ecosystem.

The Iraqi Dinar (IQD) is Iraq’s national currency. The Central Bank of Iraq (CBI) maintains a managed exchange rate against the US dollar; the effective market rate has stabilised at approximately IQD 1,300–1,310 per USD following the CBI’s 2023 exchange rate adjustment and subsequent stabilisation measures. For international trade, most significant transactions in Iraq’s auto parts and vehicle market are denominated in US dollars; the IQD rate provides context for local pricing and retail market dynamics.

Iraq’s automotive market is fuelled directly by oil revenues — government salaries, public sector employment, and the petrodollar circulation that drives consumer spending. The country’s oil income, though subject to global price volatility, sustains a large and rapidly expanding consumer vehicle fleet, institutional procurement (government, military, oil industry), and the massive ongoing demand for replacement parts generated by a fleet of vehicles operating in some of the world’s harshest conditions: desert dust, extreme heat, overloading, high mileage, and a road infrastructure still recovering from decades of conflict and underinvestment.

For sourcing businesses, exporters, and parts importers, Iraq represents one of the most significant and under-served automotive markets in the world. Canadian-sourced parts — from the broad OEM and quality-graded used inventory available in Canada’s regulated automotive recycling sector — reach Iraq through the Port of Umm Qasr in Basra, Iraq’s sole commercial seaport, and through a network of land border crossings connecting Iraq to Jordan, Kuwait, Turkey, Iran, and Syria.

Why Source Auto Parts from Canada?

Canada’s automotive recycling and OEM parts supply industry maintains broad inventory across the Toyota, Kia, Hyundai, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Isuzu, and Hino platforms that dominate Iraq’s commercial and passenger vehicle fleet. Parts sourced from Canadian recyclers and distributors carry documented provenance, verifiable mileage records, and condition grading that informal used-parts markets across Iraq and the region typically cannot match.

Key advantages for Iraqi buyers:

Strong OEM inventory of Toyota 2KD-FTV and 1KD-FTV diesel engines — the powerplants of Iraq’s commercially dominant Hilux and HiAce fleet
Consistent supply of Toyota 1GR-FE V6 petrol and 1VD-FTV V8 diesel — the Land Cruiser 70 Series engines critical to Iraq’s government, tribal, and military fleet
Toyota 2GD-FTV (Hilux Revo / new HiAce diesel) inventory growing as the new-generation fleet accumulates mileage in Iraq’s conditions
Kia / Hyundai D4CB 2.5L diesel engines for Iraq’s now-dominant Kia Sorento, Carnival/Grand Carnival, Grand Starex (H1), and Sportage diesel fleet
Kia / Hyundai G4KD / G4KE / G4KJ / Theta II petrol engines for Iraq’s large Kia Frontier, Sportage, Optima, and Hyundai Tucson petrol market
Isuzu 4JJ1 and 4HK1 truck engines for Iraq’s commercial freight and oil-field service truck fleet
Nissan YD25DDTi, VK56VD, and TD27 for Iraq’s Navara, Patrol, and older Nissan commercial fleet
Mitsubishi 4D56T and 4M41 for Iraq’s L200/Triton and Pajero market
Direct port access via the Port of Umm Qasr — seaborne imports from Canada route through the Persian Gulf, connecting to Iraq’s sole commercial port in Basra governorate
Documented condition, mileage, and provenance — compatible with oil company, government, and institutional procurement requirements
Single-inquiry sourcing model: one request reaches Canada Parts Exports’ full Canadian supplier network, checking availability across the country

Iraq’s Automotive Market at a Glance

Iraq’s vehicle market has undergone a dramatic structural shift in recent years. Kia overtook Toyota as Iraq’s #1 selling vehicle brand — a development that reflects the aggressive pricing, comprehensive local dealer networks, and consumer appeal Kia has achieved in the Iraqi market. However, at the individual model level, the Toyota Hilux remained the top-selling nameplate overall through 2025, with the Kia Frontier (Kia’s own pickup) challenging strongly. In January–September 2025, Kia placed the Frontier (+22%), Sorento (+26.1%), and Sportage (+51.1%) inside Iraq’s top 4 selling vehicles, while Toyota’s Hilux held the #1 position for the individual model; full-year 2025 data showed Kia and the Frontier reclaiming the brand and pickup leads off Toyota and the Hilux respectively.

Iraq’s auto market generated approximately USD 700 million in Japanese-sourced vehicle imports alone — a figure that does not include Chinese, Korean, European, or American vehicle imports and illustrates the scale of Iraq’s vehicle consumption. Post-reconstruction demand, oil-revenue fuelled consumer spending, and the rebuilding of destroyed urban infrastructure have sustained strong vehicle sales growth.

Key characteristics of Iraq’s vehicle market:

Right-hand traffic, left-hand drive (LHD) — Iraq drives on the right; all vehicles in the standard Iraqi market are left-hand drive
Toyota Hilux — #1 selling individual nameplate — the Hilux double-cab diesel and petrol remain Iraq’s top-selling vehicles by nameplate. The 2KD-FTV 2.5L turbo diesel (older generation Hilux) and 2GD-FTV 2.4L (Hilux Revo, from approximately 2016 onward) power the dominant Hilux fleet. The Hilux is the backbone of Iraq’s commercial, agricultural, oil-field service, tribal, and government vehicle fleet across all regions
Kia — Iraq’s #1 brand by volume (2023–2025) — Kia achieved brand leadership in Iraq driven by aggressive pricing, localized dealer network expansion (particularly by Al-Mansour Motors in Baghdad and associated distribution through Basra and Erbil), and strong performance from the Kia Frontier pickup, Sorento diesel, and Sportage petrol/diesel. The Kia Frontier (double-cab pickup) directly competes with the Hilux in Iraq’s commercial pickup segment
Kia Frontier — Kia’s direct commercial pickup competitor to the Toyota Hilux; grew strongly in Iraq’s pickup market driven by pricing and the expanding Kia dealer network; MU5 diesel engine (Kia’s own 2.5L or 2.2L CRDi unit); growing replacement engine and parts demand as the Frontier fleet accumulates mileage
Kia Sorento diesel — one of Iraq’s most popular mid-size SUVs; D4CB 2.5L diesel engine; very high demand in Iraq’s family, tribal, and official driver market
Kia Sportage — Iraq’s most popular compact SUV in the petrol and diesel segment; consistent high-volume sales; G4KD/G4KE petrol and R-engine diesel
Toyota Land Cruiser 70 Series Pickup and 200 Series — the Land Cruiser family maintains its prestige and institutional position in Iraq. The Land Cruiser 70 Series double-cab pickup is the vehicle of choice for Iraqi tribal leaders, government officials, oil company field operations, and the Iraqi military. The Land Cruiser 200 Series V8 is the premium government and senior official vehicle. Neither faces serious competition in its prestige segment from Kia’s strong performance in the mainstream market
Toyota HiAce diesel and petrol — the dominant commercial minibus and van across all Iraqi governorates; high-mileage operation in transport contracts, school runs, and informal passenger services; consistent high parts demand
Toyota Prado 150 diesel — consistent demand from Iraq’s urban middle class, oil company staff, and security contractors
Hyundai H1/Grand Starex diesel — the H1 diesel (D4CB engine) is a major commercial passenger van and taxi across Iraq; very high mileage operation and consistent parts demand
Chinese brands surging — especially in Kurdistan Region — BYD, Changan, BAIC, Haval/Great Wall, Chery, Geely, JAC, and MG have achieved rapid market share in Iraqi Kurdistan, where the relative political stability, Chinese investment ties, and import infrastructure have made Chinese brands more accessible. Chinese brands are also growing in Basra and Baghdad but from a smaller base than in the Kurdistan market
Iranian vehicle presence — given Iraq’s extensive border and commercial ties with Iran, Iranian-manufactured vehicles — SAIPA (Tiba, Quick), Iran Khodro (Samand, Runna, Dena), and Bahman (Fida) — circulate in parts of Iraq, particularly in Shia-majority southern regions and in communities with strong Iran links. These vehicles use Peugeot-derived (XU7JP/TU3 family) and domestically developed powertrain components; demand for Iranian-platform parts exists but is served primarily through Iran directly
Armoured and hardened vehicles — significant institutional demand — the Iraqi military (Iraqi Army, Iraqi Federal Police, Counter Terrorism Service, and the Popular Mobilization Forces/PMF) operates large fleets of armoured vehicles, armoured SUVs, MRAPs, and uparmoured Toyota Land Cruisers and Hilux pickups. Parts and mechanical components for these vehicles — particularly Toyota platform components — represent a significant institutional procurement stream

Older fleet operating well beyond 300,000 km — Iraq’s older fleet of Toyota Hilux, Land Cruiser 70/80 Series, Mitsubishi Pajero, and Nissan Patrol vehicles accumulated through the 1990s and 2000s remains active, particularly in agricultural areas, southern marshlands, and rural regions. Very high mileage and sustained heavy-load operation make this older fleet a persistent source of engine, transmission, and cylinder head replacement demand

Oil industry vehicle fleet — Basra oilfields — Iraq’s vast oil production infrastructure in the southern governorates (Basra, Maysan, Thi-Qar) requires extensive automotive support: well-service vehicles, tanker trucks, crew transport (HiAce and H1 diesel), heavy equipment, and the light commercial vehicles (Hilux, Land Cruiser) used by IOC (International Oil Company) contractors including BP, TotalEnergies, Lukoil, CNPC, and ExxonMobil. These operators source parts to international OEM specifications with full documentation

Post-reconstruction vehicle demand — Mosul and Nineveh — the reconstruction of Mosul and the Nineveh plains since 2017 has created a significant additional demand wave for commercial trucks, construction vehicles, and light commercial vehicles; the Mosul market is now a substantial automotive sub-market in its own right

Most common vehicle makes in Iraq:

Toyota (Hilux Double and Single Cab diesel — most common vehicle; Land Cruiser 70 Series Pickup — government and tribal prestige; Land Cruiser 200 Series — senior government and oil company; Land Cruiser Prado 150 — mid-level government and commercial; HiAce diesel and petrol — commercial passenger; Coaster — intercity passenger; Fortuner — growing; Camry — taxi and government; Corolla; Yaris; FJ Cruiser; RAV4)
Kia (Frontier / Bongo III pickup — fastest growing pickup; Sorento diesel — top-selling mid-SUV; Sportage — top compact SUV; Optima/K5 — executive saloon; Cerato/Forte — popular compact; Carnival/Grand Carnival diesel; Grand Starex [H1] — commercial van/minibus; Telluride; Mohave)
Hyundai (Grand Starex [H1] diesel — commercial van; Santa Fe diesel — popular mid-SUV; Tucson; Sonata; Elantra; HD series commercial truck)
Nissan (Navara D40 and D23 diesel; Patrol Y61 diesel and Y62 petrol — significant in southern Iraq and among tribal communities; Sunny/Sentra; Urvan/NV350 — commercial van; Titan — smaller volume)
Mitsubishi (L200/Triton Double Cab diesel; Pajero long-wheelbase diesel — government and contractor; Canter light truck; Fuso heavy truck; Rosa minibus)
Isuzu (NPR 300 and NQR 500 N-series commercial trucks — Iraq’s logistics backbone; D-Max pickup; FSR/FVR heavy duty)
Hino (300, 500, and 700 series trucks — long-haul freight, especially Baghdad–Basra–Erbil routes)
Mercedes-Benz (Sprinter diesel — commercial; Actros truck — long-haul and oil-field; E-Class and S-Class — premium government and executive; GLC; Vito)
Land Rover / Range Rover (Defender 110/130 — military, NGO, contractor fleet; Range Rover Sport; Range Rover Vogue — premium government and tribal)
Ford (Ranger diesel — growing; F-150; Transit; Expedition — government and security)
Chevrolet (Silverado; Tahoe — significant in US-influenced security and government segment; Suburban; Caprice — traditional taxi/commercial; Impala — older taxi)
Haval / Great Wall (H6; H9 — growing Chinese SUV market)
BYD (Atto 3; Seal; Han — EV growing from very small base, particularly in Kurdistan)
Changan (CS55; CS75; CS85; EADO — growing Kurdistan and Baghdad market)
Geely (Emgrand; Coolray; Atlas — growing Chinese brand presence)
MG (ZS; HS; 5; 6 — growing urban presence)
SAIPA / Iran Khodro (Tiba; Samand; Dena — southern Iraq market)

Most In-Demand Auto Parts for Iraq’s Market

Engines

Toyota platforms (high demand across all Iraqi regions):

Toyota 2KD-FTV turbo diesel (2.5L) — the engine powering Iraq’s most common vehicle: the Toyota Hilux Double Cab diesel (2005–2015 generation). The 2KD-FTV is Iraq’s highest-demand replacement engine in volume terms. Cylinder head cracking (particularly the fire ring land between injector ports — the well-documented failure mode under sustained high-ambient-temperature operation), EGR valve failure, injector wear, and turbocharger failures under Iraq’s heat and dust generate very high consistent demand. Every Toyota workshop in Baghdad, Basra, Mosul, and Erbil sources this engine regularly
Toyota 2GD-FTV diesel (2.4L) — the new-generation engine powering the Toyota Hilux Revo (2016 onward), new HiAce diesel, and Fortuner diesel. Rapidly growing demand in Iraq as the Hilux Revo and new HiAce fleet — introduced into Iraq from approximately 2016–2017 — accumulates mileage under Iraq’s intensive commercial operating conditions. Iraq’s new-generation Hilux fleet is now large enough that 2GD-FTV sourcing is a consistent, significant volume requirement
Toyota 1KD-FTV diesel (3.0L) — the engine powering the Toyota HiAce diesel LWB (Iraq’s most common commercial minibus, used for intercity transport contracts, oil company crew transfers, school transport, and family vans), Land Cruiser Prado 120 diesel, and Hilux Surf/4Runner diesel. Very high demand from Iraq’s massive HiAce commercial and Prado fleet; the 1KD-FTV is arguably the engine most needed per unit of Iraq’s commercial transport sector
Toyota 1GR-FE V6 petrol (4.0L) — the current production engine for the Toyota Land Cruiser 70 Series Pickup (petrol specification) and Land Cruiser Prado 150. Consistent strong demand from Iraq’s Land Cruiser institutional, tribal, and government fleet; the 1GR-FE is highly regarded in Iraq for durability and power under the sustained loading conditions of Iraq’s rough desert and agricultural terrain
Toyota 1VD-FTV V8 turbo diesel (4.5L) — the engine powering the Land Cruiser 70 Series Pickup (diesel specification) and Land Cruiser 200 Series diesel. High-value demand from Iraq’s institutional government, military, oil company, and senior official procurement. A well-sourced 1VD-FTV engine for a Land Cruiser 70 or 200 represents one of the highest-value individual part transactions in Iraq’s sourcing market
Toyota 3UR-FE V8 petrol (5.7L) — Land Cruiser 200 Series top specification; consistent demand from Iraq’s government, oil company senior staff, and premium civilian Land Cruiser fleet; the Land Cruiser 200 5.7 V8 is the apex vehicle of Iraq’s government procurement and remains a prestige acquisition
Toyota 1UR-FE V8 petrol (4.6L) — Land Cruiser 200 Series mid-specification V8; government and institutional demand; very high-value part with consistent sourcing requirement
Toyota 1HZ inline-6 diesel (4.2L naturally aspirated) — the engine powering older Land Cruiser 70 Series and 80 Series still operating in Iraq’s agricultural south, tribal communities, desert routes, and military reserves. Iraq has a very large active fleet of 1HZ-powered Land Cruisers; this engine’s exceptional durability, simplicity, and repairability in field conditions make it the preferred engine for Iraq’s rural and harsh-terrain operators. Consistent demand for 1HZ replacement engines and components
Toyota 1TR-FE / 2TR-FE petrol (2.0L/2.7L) — the petrol HiAce Commuter (Iraq’s most common shuttle and public transport minibus, alongside the diesel; the 2TR petrol HiAce is used extensively in passenger operations throughout Iraq); consistent demand from Iraq’s very large HiAce transport fleet
Toyota 2AR-FE / 2AR-FSE (2.5L petrol) — Camry and Aurion; taxi and government fleet; Iraq’s large taxi Camry population (particularly in Baghdad where the Camry has long been a preferred taxi) generates consistent engine demand
Toyota 1ZR-FE / 2ZR-FE (1.6L/1.8L petrol) — Corolla; Iraq’s urban passenger car market in Baghdad, Basra, and Erbil; high mileage and sustained urban use with fuel quality variability
Toyota 2NZ-FE / 1NZ-FE (1.3L/1.5L petrol) — Yaris; urban budget segment; consistent demand from Iraq’s large younger Yaris fleet
Toyota 1GD-FTV diesel (2.8L) — Land Cruiser Prado 150 latest generation diesel and Fortuner diesel; growing demand as GD-family Prado variants accumulate mileage in Iraq’s conditions

Kia / Hyundai platforms (rapidly growing, now Iraq’s #1 brand):

Kia / Hyundai D4CB diesel (2.5L CRDI) — the engine powering the Kia Sorento diesel, Hyundai Santa Fe diesel, Hyundai Grand Starex (H1) van, and Kia Grand Carnival diesel. This is now one of Iraq’s highest-volume replacement engine needs given Kia’s #1 brand status; the D4CB powers Iraq’s dominant commercial passenger van (H1/Grand Starex), the most popular mid-SUV in Kia’s range (Sorento), and the most popular commercial minivan in Kia’s lineup (Carnival). Very high demand
Kia / Hyundai G4KD / G4KE petrol (2.0L/2.4L) — Kia Sportage petrol, Kia Frontier petrol (MPI), Hyundai Tucson, Hyundai Sonata; growing demand from Iraq’s large Korean petrol SUV and saloon fleet
Kia / Hyundai R-engine diesel (2.0L/2.2L CRDI) — newer Kia Sportage diesel, Sorento, Santa Fe diesel; growing demand as newer Korean SUVs accumulate mileage
Kia / Hyundai Theta II / Nu petrol (2.0L/1.6L T-GDI) — newer Kia Sportage, Optima, Cerato; growing demand as the Kia fleet ages
Kia Frontier engine (MU5 2.5L diesel or JT4 2.2L diesel) — the dedicated Kia Frontier (BJ/HM platform) engines; Iraq’s fastest-growing commercial pickup model creates rapidly growing demand for Frontier-specific powertrain components
Kia / Hyundai D4EA diesel (2.0L) — older Kia Sportage diesel, Hyundai Tucson diesel; older Korean SUV fleet demand
Hyundai D4BH diesel (2.5L TCI, older generation) — older H1/Porter and Bongo commercial van; aging commercial fleet in Baghdad and Basra workshop market

Nissan platforms:

Nissan YD25DDTi diesel (2.5L) — Navara D40 (Frontier) diesel double-cab; consistent commercial pickup demand; EGR cracking failure mode well-documented in Iraq’s sustained heat
Nissan VK56VD V8 petrol (5.6L) — Patrol Y62; significant demand in Iraq’s tribal south and western desert communities where the Patrol Y62 is a prestige vehicle; consistent high-value sourcing request
Nissan ZD30DDTi diesel (3.0L) — Patrol Y61 diesel (GU); Iraq has a very large active fleet of Y61 Patrol diesel vehicles; the ZD30’s documented cylinder head cracking failure under Iraq’s extreme heat generates consistent demand; a well-known high-failure-rate engine in Iraqi conditions that creates persistent replacement demand
Nissan TD27Ti diesel (2.7L) — older Nissan Pickup (D22/D21) and Terrano II; a large and aging fleet of older Nissan commercial pickups and patrol vehicles remains active in Iraq’s agricultural and rural sector
Nissan KA24DE / QR25DE petrol — older and current Navara petrol and light commercial; consistent demand

Mitsubishi platforms:

Mitsubishi 4D56T DOHC turbo diesel (2.5L) — L200/Triton Double Cab diesel; Iraq’s contractor and agricultural market; injector, turbocharger, and timing belt failures under dust and heat; consistent demand
Mitsubishi 4M41 turbo diesel (3.2L) — Pajero Sport diesel and newer Pajero; consistent demand from Iraq’s government and contractor Pajero fleet
Mitsubishi 6G74 V6 petrol (3.5L) — Pajero long-wheelbase; government and institutional fleet demand; older high-mileage vehicles still operating in Iraq’s interior
Mitsubishi 6G72 V6 petrol (3.0L) — older Pajero; aging government and tribal fleet

Isuzu platforms (commercial truck fleet):

Isuzu 4JJ1 turbo diesel (3.0L) — the primary engine for the Isuzu NQR/NPR N-series commercial trucks that carry Iraq’s internal freight (Baghdad to Basra, Baghdad to Erbil, Mosul construction logistics); consistent high demand from Iraq’s large commercial trucking sector; turbocharger, injector, and EGR issues under sustained loaded operation
Isuzu 4HK1 diesel (5.2L) — heavy N-series and forward-control trucks; Iraq’s heavy logistics fleet for oil-field supply and construction; high demand from the Basra oil country
Isuzu 4JG2 diesel (3.1L) — older N-series and D-Max; consistent demand from Iraq’s aging commercial truck fleet

Hino platforms:

Hino W04D / J05D / J08C diesel — Hino 300, 500, and 700 series long-haul trucks; Hino is a major heavy truck presence on Iraq’s Baghdad–Basra highway and the Baghdad–Erbil northern road; consistent engine demand from Iraq’s most intensively operated freight corridor

Transmissions and Gearboxes

Toyota W56 / W58 5-speed manual — Hilux Double Cab diesel manual; Iraq’s commercial market strongly favours manual Hilux for robustness and cost; consistent demand
Toyota A750F / A750E 5-speed automatic — Hilux diesel automatic (growing), Prado 150, Fortuner; consistent demand from Iraq’s urban automatic segment
Toyota AA80E 8-speed automatic — Land Cruiser 200 Series; government and institutional fleet demand; high-value unit
Toyota AB60F 6-speed automatic — Land Cruiser 200 diesel; institutional procurement
Toyota V160 6-speed manual — Land Cruiser 70 Series Pickup current manual gearbox; government, military, and tribal fleet; very consistent demand given the large Land Cruiser 70 fleet operating in Iraq under heavy loads
Toyota GV57 / R150F manual — older Land Cruiser 70/80 Series; aging fleet demand; still significant given Iraq’s large older Land Cruiser operating inventory
Toyota A241E / A245E automatic — Corolla; urban passenger car automatic
Toyota U660E / U760E automatic — Camry taxi and government fleet
Kia / Hyundai A5HF1 / A6MF1 automatic — Kia Sorento diesel, Santa Fe diesel, Sportage diesel; growing demand as Iraq’s Korean SUV fleet ages
Kia / Hyundai M6CF1 / M6GF2 6-speed manual — Kia Frontier manual; commercial pickup market
Nissan RE5R05A 5-speed automatic / R51 5-speed manual — Navara D40; both versions active in Iraq
Nissan V9X 7-speed automatic — Patrol Y62; premium SUV; consistent demand
Nissan W4R55 manual / R9W50 automatic — Patrol Y61 diesel and petrol; active across Iraq
Mitsubishi V5MT1 / V6MT1 manual — L200/Triton diesel manual; contractor and agricultural fleet
Isuzu MYY5T / MYY6S manual — N-series commercial truck gearbox; sustained loaded operation on Iraq’s steep mountain roads (the Erbil–Sulaymaniyah highway, the Mosul–Dohuk ascents) creates high synchromesh and bearing wear; consistent demand
Hino MG5S/MG6S manual — 300/500 series truck gearbox; long-haul heavy freight demand

Cylinder Heads and Engine Components

Toyota 2KD-FTV cylinder head — Iraq’s #1-demand cylinder head; every Toyota workshop in Baghdad, Basra, Mosul, and Erbil sources this part; cracking between injector ports under sustained 45°C+ ambient operation in Iraq’s long summers is the primary failure mode; exceptionally high volume demand
Toyota 2GD-FTV cylinder head — new-generation Hilux Revo; growing rapidly as the 2GD fleet ages; now a standard workshop stocking item in Iraq’s major cities
Toyota 1KD-FTV cylinder head — HiAce diesel fleet; second most in-demand cylinder head after the 2KD; the HiAce’s commercial operation profile (high duty cycles, full passenger loads, sustained speed) accelerates failure
Toyota 1GR-FE cylinder head — Land Cruiser 70 Pickup and Prado 150 V6; high-value part with consistent demand from Iraq’s institutional Land Cruiser market
Toyota 1HZ cylinder head — older Land Cruiser diesel; pre-combustion chamber erosion and fire ring failure in Iraq’s sustained operation; consistent demand from the older fleet
Toyota 1VD-FTV cylinder head — Land Cruiser 200 and 70 Series V8 diesel; high-value, consistent institutional demand
Toyota 3UR-FE / 1UR-FE cylinder head — Land Cruiser 200 V8 petrol; institutional fleet demand
Kia / Hyundai D4CB cylinder head — the Sorento diesel, H1 diesel, and Carnival diesel cylinder head; given Kia/Hyundai’s #1 brand status in Iraq, the D4CB cylinder head is now a high-volume demand item in Iraq’s major city workshops; consistent and growing
Nissan ZD30DDTi cylinder head — Patrol Y61 diesel; one of the most consistently demanded cylinder heads in Iraq’s parts market given the ZD30’s documented cracking failure mode in Iraq’s heat; every Nissan workshop in Basra and Baghdad stocks or sources this regularly
Nissan YD25DDTi cylinder head — Navara D40 diesel; EGR cooler failure leading to head damage; consistent demand
Mitsubishi 4D56T cylinder head — L200/Triton diesel; contractor fleet demand
Isuzu 4JJ1 cylinder head and injector cups — N-series truck fleet; injector sleeve erosion and head warping under sustained full-load operation on Iraq’s freight routes
Toyota 2AR-FE cylinder head — Camry taxi; high-mileage urban demand

Cooling System, Electrical, and Running-Gear Parts

Cooling system (Iraq-critical demand):

Radiators — all Toyota, Kia, Isuzu, and Nissan commercial platforms; Iraq’s summer temperatures regularly exceed 50°C in Basra and the southern oilfields — among the highest sustained ambient temperatures of any large auto parts market on earth. Radiator stress is extreme; commercial vehicles operating at full load in July–August Basra ambient temperatures push cooling systems beyond design limits. Radiator replacement rates in Iraq’s commercial fleet are among the highest in the world
Water pumps — 2KD-FTV, 2GD-FTV, 1KD-FTV, D4CB, 4JJ1, ZD30, 4D56T; all diesel commercial platforms; sustained full-load operation in extreme heat accelerates water pump bearing and impeller wear dramatically
Thermostats and temperature sensors — all platforms; Iraq’s extreme temperature differentials between the relatively cooler Kurdistan mountains (Erbil can reach 0°C in winter) and Basra’s 50°C summer stress thermostat cycling; consistent demand
Cooling fans and fan clutch assemblies — Hilux, Land Cruiser 70, HiAce, Isuzu N-series; slow-speed urban operation in Baghdad’s dense traffic under summer conditions places maximum stress on fan clutch assemblies; fan clutch replacement is one of the highest-volume cooling system jobs in Iraq’s urban workshops
Turbocharger assemblies — 2KD-FTV, 2GD-FTV, 1KD-FTV, 4JJ1, 4HK1, YD25DDTi, 4D56T, D4CB; turbocharger failure is the second most common major component failure in Iraq’s diesel commercial fleet after cylinder head issues; Iraq’s extremely fine desert dust (Iraq’s silica-rich soil dust is among the most abrasive in the region) and extreme heat-soak combine to produce among the world’s highest turbocharger failure rates in commercial diesel operation
Intercoolers — all turbo diesel platforms; extreme ambient temperatures and abrasive dust make intercooler core clogging and efficiency loss a consistent Iraq maintenance problem
Oil coolers — all commercial diesel platforms; sustained extreme-temperature operation in Iraq produces oil temperature excursions that stress oil cooler cores

Electrical:

ECU / engine control units — Toyota Hilux (2KD-FTV, 2GD-FTV ECM), Land Cruiser 200, Kia Sorento (D4CB), Hyundai Grand Starex (H1), Isuzu N-series; electronic component reliability is challenged by Iraq’s extraordinary temperature range (Basra exceeds 50°C in summer; northern Iraqi winters reach below 0°C in the mountains) and the extreme dust environments of Iraq’s central plains and western desert
Alternators and starters — all commercial platforms; Iraq’s high-mileage commercial operating cycles and extreme temperature cycling accelerate alternator and starter motor wear
Glow plugs — all diesel platforms; while Iraq’s south rarely sees cold-start conditions, northern Iraq (Kurdistan mountains, Mosul plain, Anbar plateau) has genuine winter cold requiring glow plug function; consistent demand particularly from north Iraq markets
Injectors and injection pumps — 2KD-FTV, 2GD-FTV, 4JJ1, D4CB, ZD30; Iraq’s diesel fuel quality variability — particularly in areas served by informal distribution or near border regions — accelerates injector wear and injection pump contamination; consistent high-volume demand
Fuel pumps — all platforms; heat-soak at 50°C+ significantly reduces fuel pump lifespan; Iraq’s hot-soak fuel pump failure rates are very high relative to temperate markets

Suspension and running gear:

Shock absorbers and leaf springs — Hilux, Land Cruiser 70 Pickup, Isuzu N-series, Kia Frontier; Iraq’s road surfaces — particularly in reconstruction-phase Mosul, the rural south, the Anbar desert routes, and the agricultural areas of Diyala and Wasit — are extremely harsh; commercial overloading (a systemic feature of Iraq’s freight sector) and sustained operation on damaged road surfaces produce very high suspension component failure rates
Control arms, ball joints, and tie rod ends — all commercial platforms; rubber degradation from extreme UV and heat exposure combined with dust and rough roads produces very high replacement rates
Clutch assemblies and pressure plates — Hilux manual, Land Cruiser 70 manual, Isuzu N-series manual, L200/Triton manual; Iraq’s large manual transmission commercial fleet generates very high clutch demand; long mountain grades on the Baghdad–Erbil route and the heavily loaded truck routes from Basra to Baghdad stress clutch systems intensively
Wheel bearings and hub assemblies — Hilux, Land Cruiser 70, Isuzu N-series, HiAce; commercial overloading and rough road surfaces produce very high wheel bearing replacement rates in Iraq’s workshop market
CV joints and drive shafts — Land Cruiser 70 4WD, Hilux 4WD, L200/Triton 4WD, Kia Frontier 4WD; Iraq’s desert terrain and rough agricultural routes generate consistent CV joint and drive shaft demand from 4WD commercial vehicles
Leaf springs — Hilux, Land Cruiser 70 Pickup, Isuzu N-series; chronic overloading in Iraq’s freight sector produces very high leaf spring fatigue and breakage rates; one of the highest-demand suspension components in Iraq’s workshop market

Port of Umm Qasr — Iraq’s Sole Commercial Seaport

Iraq’s seaborne import supply chain enters the country through a single maritime gateway: the Port of Umm Qasr, located in the Basra Governorate approximately 55 kilometres south of Basra city, on the western bank of the Khor Abd Allah waterway connecting to the Persian Gulf. Umm Qasr is Iraq’s only deep-water commercial port and the exclusive entry point for all seaborne cargo — including every engine, transmission, gearbox, and auto part arriving from Canada, Europe, Asia, or the Americas by sea.

Iraqi Ports Record Strong Growth in Cargo (2025):

According to Iraq Business News (July 2025), Iraqi ports — led by Umm Qasr — recorded strong growth in cargo throughput in 2025, reflecting Iraq’s growing import volumes driven by reconstruction demand, oil-revenue consumer spending, and continued government infrastructure investment. Umm Qasr handles the overwhelming majority of Iraq’s containerised and general cargo imports.

Port of Umm Qasr — key facilities:

General Cargo Port (GCP) / North Port:
The original Umm Qasr port facility handling bulk cargo, Ro-Ro (Roll-on/Roll-off) vehicle imports, and general cargo. A significant proportion of vehicle imports into Iraq arrive via Ro-Ro services rather than containerised shipping.

Container Terminal (South Port / New Port):
The containerised cargo terminal at Umm Qasr, operated under the General Company of Iraqi Ports (GCIP) under the authority of the Iraqi Ministry of Transport, handles standard 20ft and 40ft containers, including those containing engines, transmissions, gearboxes, and palletised auto parts. ICTSI (International Container Terminal Services, Inc.) — a Philippines-based terminal operator — has operated facilities at Umm Qasr’s container terminal.

Khor Al-Zubair Port:
Adjacent to the Umm Qasr port complex, Khor Al-Zubair Port handles industrial cargo, chemicals (for Iraq’s petrochemical sector), construction materials, and some general cargo. For most auto parts importers, Umm Qasr’s container terminal is the primary entry point.

Customs processing at Umm Qasr:
Iraq Customs processes all seaborne commercial imports at Umm Qasr through the General Commission for Customs (GCC) — the Iraqi federal customs authority under the Ministry of Finance. Iraq uses the ASYCUDA World electronic customs declaration system for import filing. Licensed Iraqi customs brokers manage the declaration, classification, duty calculation, and goods release process.

Inland transport from Umm Qasr to Iraqi cities:

Basra city: approximately 55 km north; the nearest major city; Basra’s automotive workshops draw heavily from Umm Qasr-cleared parts
Baghdad: approximately 550 km north of Umm Qasr via the main Basra–Baghdad highway (Highway 1/Route 6); a 6–8 hour truck journey under normal conditions; the primary parts distribution route from the port to Iraq’s most important automotive market
Erbil: approximately 950 km from Umm Qasr via Baghdad; 12–16 hours by truck; Kurdistan-bound freight often clears at Umm Qasr and is trucked north or, alternatively, enters via the Turkey/Ibrahim Khalil land crossing
Mosul: approximately 1,100 km from Umm Qasr; reconstruction-phase Mosul receives freight by truck from Baghdad or by the northern land routes via Turkey

Land border crossings (alternative and supplementary routes):

Iraq has extensive land borders through which auto parts can also enter:

Trebil / Al-Karameh crossing — the Iraqi–Jordanian border crossing; the main land route from Amman and the Middle East; Canadian parts shipped to the Port of Aqaba (Jordan) can be trucked through to Baghdad via Trebil; transit time from Aqaba to Baghdad via Trebil is approximately 18–24 hours including border processing
Ibrahim Khalil / Zakho crossing — the Iraqi–Turkish border crossing in the Kurdistan Region; main land route for imports from Turkey and Europe into Iraqi Kurdistan; managed in part by the Kurdistan Regional Government; a significant volume of auto parts (particularly Chinese and European brands) enters Iraqi Kurdistan via this route
Shalamcheh / Basra–Iran border — the main Iraqi–Iranian land crossing near Basra; heavy traffic of Iranian goods and vehicles
Muntheria / Waleed crossing — the Iraqi–Syrian border crossing (Al-Qa’im / Abu Kamal); reopened following ISIS defeat; now handles commercial traffic

Air freight:

Baghdad International Airport (BGW) — Iraq’s largest international airport and air freight hub; serves all major international cargo carriers connecting to Canadian hub airports; approximately 2–4 days from Canada via European or Gulf hub airports (Frankfurt, Amsterdam, Doha, Dubai, Istanbul); recommended for small, high-value, or time-critical parts — ECUs, fuel injectors, turbochargers, electronic sensors, glow plug modules
Erbil International Airport (EBL) — the Kurdistan Region’s international airport; well-connected to European and Gulf hubs; air freight option for time-critical Kurdistan-bound parts
Basra International Airport (BSR) — limited international freight capacity; primarily passenger services

How Auto Parts Are Imported into Iraq — Customs and Regulatory Framework

Customs authority: General Commission for Customs (GCC)

All commercial imports into Iraq are processed by the General Commission for Customs (GCC), the federal customs authority under Iraq’s Ministry of Finance. The GCC is distinct from the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) of the same acronym — it is Iraq’s domestic customs body. Licensed Iraqi customs brokers (clearing agents) in Basra (for Umm Qasr clearances) and Baghdad manage import declarations, HS code classification, duty assessment, and goods release.

Kurdistan Region customs:

The Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) maintains semi-autonomous customs administration at the Ibrahim Khalil/Zakho crossing with Turkey and at other Kurdistan border points. For goods entering directly into the Kurdistan Region via Turkish land routes, KRG customs procedures and rates may apply at the border; federal Iraqi customs procedures apply at Umm Qasr and at air freight entry through Erbil or Sulaymaniyah airports when goods are destined for nationwide distribution. Confirm the applicable customs authority and procedures with your Iraqi customs broker for Kurdistan-bound consignments.

Import documentation for Iraq:

Iraq’s customs system under ASYCUDA World requires for a standard commercial parts import:

Commercial invoice (in English or Arabic, with full parts description, HS code, declared value in USD, country of origin)
Packing list (detailed)
Bill of lading (sea freight) or airway bill (air freight)
Certificate of origin (Canadian certificate of origin, issued by Canadian Chamber of Commerce)
Import licence (if required for the specific goods category; Iraq lifted import licence requirements for oils and spare parts in 2023–2024 under trade liberalisation measures; confirm the current requirement for your specific parts category with your Iraqi clearing agent)
Relevant quality or conformity certificates for regulated categories

Used mechanical parts — engines, transmissions, gearboxes, cylinder heads, and drivetrain assemblies — are generally classified under Iraq’s tariff schedule using HS codes and processed as standard commercial imports. The specific HS code used for each parts category determines the applicable duty rate.

Iraq is not a GCC member:

Iraq is a member of the Arab League and the Arab Free Trade Area (GAFTA) but is not a member of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). Iraq does not apply the GCC Common External Tariff. Iraq applies its own federal customs tariff under the Ministry of Finance. Canada does not have a bilateral Free Trade Agreement with Iraq; Canadian exports to Iraq are subject to Iraq’s most-favoured-nation (MFN) tariff rates.

Customs Duties and Taxes in Iraq

Iraq Customs Tariff:

Iraq’s customs tariff structure for automotive parts has evolved through successive Ministry of Finance decrees. For most used mechanical automotive spare parts — engines, transmissions, gearboxes, cylinder heads, and running gear components — Iraq’s applied customs duty rate is generally in the range of 5–15% of the CIF (cost, insurance, and freight) value, depending on the specific HS code classification and part category. New OEM parts may attract different duty rates.

In 2023–2024, Iraq lifted import licence requirements for oils and spare parts as part of trade facilitation measures, simplifying the import process for parts importers. Iraq has also implemented specific duty measures in other categories (the Global Trade Alert database records various Iraqi tariff interventions); the specific rate applicable to your parts consignment must be confirmed with a licensed Iraqi customs broker based on the correct HS code.

Value Added Tax / Sales Tax:

Iraq does not currently apply a broad Value Added Tax (VAT) in the same manner as the GCC member states (which apply 15% VAT in Saudi Arabia or 5% in UAE/other GCC states). Iraq’s government has periodically discussed VAT implementation but had not introduced a comprehensive VAT system as of 2025–2026. The primary tax cost for auto parts importers in Iraq is therefore the customs duty, plus any applicable documentary and handling fees at Umm Qasr. Confirm current tax requirements with your Iraqi customs broker.

Summary — approximate import cost loading for Iraq (standard import, sea freight via Umm Qasr):

For used automotive parts arriving at Port of Umm Qasr for domestic Iraqi distribution:
– Customs duty: approximately 5–15% of CIF value (varies by HS code; confirm with clearing agent)
– Port handling, terminal services, and storage charges at Umm Qasr
– Licensed customs broker / clearing agent fees at Basra
– Inland trucking from Umm Qasr to Basra (~55 km), Baghdad (~550 km), or other destinations

The absence of a broad VAT system makes Iraq’s effective import cost loading more favourable than GCC markets in this respect; the primary imposts are customs duty, port charges, and inland freight.

Always verify current HS code duty rates, import licence requirements, and any applicable exemptions with a licensed Iraqi customs broker prior to shipment. Iraq’s tariff and import requirements are subject to change by Ministerial decree.

Shipping from Canada to Iraq

Sea freight is the standard and most cost-effective route for engines, transmissions, gearboxes, and larger parts orders to Iraq. The Port of Umm Qasr is served by container liner services routing through the Persian Gulf.

Primary routing: Canadian Ports to Port of Umm Qasr, Basra, Iraq

Approximate sea freight transit times from Canada to Umm Qasr:

Atlantic Canada (Montreal / Halifax) to Port of Umm Qasr:
Approximately 30–40 days via Atlantic, Mediterranean, Suez Canal, Red Sea, and Persian Gulf routing. Ships route through the Suez Canal, down the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden, through the Strait of Hormuz, and into the Persian Gulf to reach Umm Qasr. Most services involve a trans-shipment at a Gulf hub port — Jebel Ali (Dubai) is the most common Umm Qasr feeder service hub; some routings trans-ship at Salalah (Oman), Khalifa Port (Abu Dhabi), or Hamad Port (Qatar).

Pacific Canada (Vancouver) to Port of Umm Qasr:
Approximately 28–38 days via trans-Pacific services to Singapore or South Asian hub ports, then westward through the Indian Ocean, Gulf of Oman, and Persian Gulf to Umm Qasr. Pacific Canada to Jebel Ali services are well-connected with frequent departures; Jebel Ali feeder services to Umm Qasr provide the final leg.

Jebel Ali (UAE) as trans-shipment hub:
The vast majority of container traffic reaching Umm Qasr passes through Jebel Ali in Dubai. Jebel Ali is the world’s largest man-made harbour and the Middle East’s primary shipping hub, with direct services from all major global port regions; feeder services from Jebel Ali to Umm Qasr run approximately 1–3 days across the Persian Gulf. Jebel Ali-to-Umm Qasr feeder frequency is good, making this the most reliable routing for Canada-to-Iraq container shipments.

LCL (Less-than-Container-Load):
Available for smaller consignments — a single engine, transmission, cylinder head, or set of components. LCL consolidation from Canadian ports routes via standard Suez Canal/Gulf or Pacific/Indian Ocean services to Jebel Ali, then feeder to Umm Qasr.

FCL (Full Container Load):
Cost-effective for workshop bulk orders, oil company parts procurement, fleet consolidated sourcing, or multiple engines and transmissions.

Air freight via Baghdad International Airport (BGW) or Erbil International Airport (EBL):
Approximately 2–4 days from Canada to Baghdad or Erbil via European or Gulf hub airports (Frankfurt, Istanbul, Dubai, Doha, Amsterdam). Recommended for small, high-value, or time-critical components: ECUs, fuel injectors, turbocharger cartridges, engine sensors, electronic modules, or parts needed urgently to keep an oil company vehicle fleet operational. Air freight premium over sea is significant for heavy parts; for high-value precision components, the speed justifies the cost.

All transit times and shipping costs require confirmation based on actual shipment dimensions, weight, destination, and chosen shipping method. Inland trucking from Umm Qasr to Baghdad (~550 km) represents an additional 6–8 hours and delivery cost beyond port clearance.

Placing a Sourcing Request with Canada Parts Exports

Canada Parts Exports does not maintain a public real-time inventory. The sourcing model works through a Canadian supplier network: your inquiry is matched against Canadian suppliers and recyclers holding the relevant component, generating confirmed quotes for the exact part required.

To receive a sourcing quote, provide:

CUSTOMER:
Name:
Country: Iraq
City / Region (Baghdad / Basra / Erbil / Mosul / Sulaymaniyah / Kirkuk / Najaf / other):
Email / WhatsApp:
Company / Organisation (workshop / fleet operator / oil company / government / trader):
Preferred communication language (English / Arabic / Kurdish):

VEHICLE:
Make:
Model:
Year:
Engine code (e.g. 2KD-FTV, 2GD-FTV, 1KD-FTV, 1GR-FE, 1VD-FTV, 1HZ, 3UR-FE, D4CB, ZD30, YD25, 4D56T, 4JJ1):
VIN (if available):
Drive (2WD / 4WD / AWD):
Transmission (manual / automatic — specify code if known):
Odometer / approximate mileage (if relevant for engine condition matching):

PART:
Part required:
Part number or engine/transmission code (if known):
Condition preferred (used OEM / rebuilt / new OEM):
Quantity:
Additional notes (for Hilux: specify 2KD-FTV 2005–2015 generation OR 2GD-FTV Hilux Revo 2016+ and confirm double/single/extra cab; for Land Cruiser 70: confirm 1GR-FE petrol, 1VD-FTV diesel, or 1HZ diesel and model year; for Kia Sorento/H1: confirm D4CB 2.5L diesel or R 2.2L diesel and model year; for Isuzu N-series: confirm NPR/NQR/NPS model, year, and 4JJ1/4JK1/4HK1 engine code):

SHIPPING:
Destination: Baghdad / Basra / Erbil / Mosul / other:
Port of entry preference: Umm Qasr (sea freight) / Baghdad International Airport (air freight) / Erbil Airport / Turkey land route (Kurdistan Region):
Preferred shipping method (sea freight FCL / sea freight LCL / air freight):
Incoterms preference (CIF Umm Qasr / FOB Canada / door-to-door where available):

The more detail provided — particularly the engine code, VIN, and model year — the faster and more accurate the sourcing response.

For Toyota Hilux diesel requests: specifying 2KD-FTV (2005–2015 generation Hilux) versus 2GD-FTV (Hilux Revo 2016 onward) is essential. The two engines are not interchangeable. Confirm whether the vehicle is a single-cab, extra-cab, or double-cab.

For Land Cruiser 70 Series Pickup requests: specify the engine (1GR-FE V6 petrol, 1VD-FTV V8 diesel, or 1HZ inline-6 diesel — older fleet), year of manufacture, and specific body variant (single-cab, double-cab). Engine and gearbox compatibility depends on generation and specification.

For Kia Sorento / Hyundai Grand Starex (H1) diesel requests: specify D4CB 2.5L (older generation, widely distributed in Iraq) or the R-engine 2.2L (newer Sorento variants). The two engines are distinct.

For Isuzu N-series truck requests: specify the model (NMR 150, NPR 300, NQR 500, NPS 4WD), year, engine code (4JK1, 4JJ1, or 4HK1), and manual or automatic transmission.

For oil company / government / institutional procurement: Canada Parts Exports can supply OEM and quality-graded used parts with full commercial documentation — commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of Canadian origin — compatible with standard oil company (IOC) and government procurement requirements. Contact the sourcing team to discuss specific documentation needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I ship directly to the Port of Umm Qasr from Canada?
Yes. Canada Parts Exports ships to Umm Qasr on standard Persian Gulf sea freight lanes routing through the Suez Canal and Jebel Ali (Dubai) trans-shipment hub. Your licensed Iraqi customs broker handles Iraq Customs clearance and goods release at Umm Qasr.

What is the transit time from Canada to Iraq by sea?
Approximately 30–40 days from Canadian Atlantic ports (Montreal/Halifax) to Umm Qasr via Suez Canal and Jebel Ali feeder. Pacific Canada (Vancouver) to Umm Qasr is approximately 28–38 days. Inland trucking from Umm Qasr to Baghdad adds approximately 6–8 hours.

What customs duties apply to used engines and auto parts in Iraq?
Iraq applies its own national tariff (not the GCC CET). For most used mechanical automotive spare parts — engines, transmissions, gearboxes, and drivetrain assemblies — applied customs duty rates are generally in the range of 5–15% of CIF value, varying by HS code classification. Iraq has lifted import licence requirements for spare parts under recent trade liberalisation measures. Confirm the current applicable rate with a licensed Iraqi customs broker before shipment.

Does Iraq have VAT on imported auto parts?
Iraq does not currently apply a broad VAT. The primary import cost loading is customs duty plus port handling and clearing fees. Confirm current tax requirements with your Iraqi clearing agent.

Can Canada Parts Exports supply Toyota 2KD-FTV and 2GD-FTV engines for Iraq?
Yes. Both the 2KD-FTV and 2GD-FTV are widely distributed in Canada’s used parts supply network given their use in the Toyota Hilux, Prado, HiAce, and Fortuner platforms sold in Canadian and export markets. Canada Parts Exports can check supplier network availability and provide a sourcing quote on request.

Can Canada Parts Exports source Kia D4CB diesel engines for Iraq?
Yes. The Kia/Hyundai D4CB 2.5L CRDI diesel engine is available through Canada’s automotive recycling and parts supplier network given its widespread use in Kia Sorento, Hyundai Grand Starex, Santa Fe, and Carnival diesel models in the Canadian and North American market. Provide the model, year, and engine code for accurate sourcing.

Can Canada Parts Exports supply documentation compatible with oil company or government procurement?
Yes. Canada Parts Exports supplies commercial invoices, packing lists, and certificates of Canadian origin with each shipment. For oil company IOC procurement or government institutional purchasing with specific documentation requirements, contact the sourcing team directly to confirm the required document set.

Can parts be shipped to Iraqi Kurdistan (Erbil / Sulaymaniyah)?
Yes. Parts can be routed via sea freight to Umm Qasr and trucked north to Kurdistan (approximately 950 km from Umm Qasr to Erbil), or via air freight to Erbil International Airport, or via land freight through Turkey and the Ibrahim Khalil/Zakho crossing. Confirm the most suitable routing with your freight forwarder based on the size, weight, and urgency of the consignment.

Does Canada Parts Exports ship to other Middle Eastern countries?
Yes. Canada Parts Exports ships to Iraq, Jordan, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain, and other Middle Eastern markets. Buyer guides for all markets are available on the website.

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