Import Ceylon Cinnamon from Sri Lanka to Iraq
What it takes to source Ceylon Cinnamon from Sri Lanka and bring it into Iraq: tariff treatment, import requirements, shipping times and indicative pricing, with a free route to quotes from verified exporters.
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Fresh Ceylon Cinnamon crop typically lands May–November (peeled year-round), see the harvest calendar.
Why source Ceylon Cinnamon from Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka is the home of قرفة حقيقية (Cinnamomum verum), sweeter, lower in coumarin and far more prized than the cassia sold as “cinnamon” elsewhere. Over 80% of the world’s true cinnamon comes from Sri Lanka, graded by quill quality (Alba, C5 Special, C5) with full traceability to the estate.
Forms & grades: Quills (Alba / C5 Special / C5), quillings, and ground powder. Browse current listings on our Ceylon Cinnamon category page.
Duty & tariff treatment for Iraq
There is no preferential agreement between Sri Lanka and Iraq, so imports follow Iraq’s standard (MFN) tariff. Confirm the rate for your HS line. Iraq is, however, one of the largest export markets for Ceylon tea, with strong, long-standing demand.
A standard certificate of origin (often legalized) is required; there is no FTA preference to claim.
Import requirements for Iraq
Typical requirements for bringing Ceylon Cinnamon into Iraq include:
- Conformity to COSQC (Iraqi standards) and Arabic labeling for food.
- حلال certification where applicable, and a health / phytosanitary certificate.
- Documents are often subject to legalization / attestation. Confirm the current requirements with your buyer.
Your exporter prepares the commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading and certificate of origin; see our قائمة التحقق من مستندات التصدير for the full set.
Certificates this market asks for
Lists of Sri Lankan suppliers holding each one, taken from the scheme’s own public register. A certificate covers named products, so our Trade Desk confirms it covers your order.
- Halal certified supplierscertified by the Halal Accreditation Council
- FSSC 22000 certified suppliersGFSI food safety, asked for by most importers and retailers
- موردو BRCGS و ISO 22000 و HACCPfood safety schemes on certifier registers
- جميع الشهاداتevery scheme we track, with live counts
Shipping & lead time from Colombo
Roughly 2–3 weeks by sea from Colombo to Umm Qasr; some volume routes via Gulf hubs. Most Ceylon Cinnamon moves سعر الشحن من كولومبو or CIF Iraq. Agree the Incoterm up front so responsibilities are clear. Estimate ocean freight and your landed cost with the حاسبة التكلفة الشاملة للشحن &.
Indicative pricing
Ceylon Cinnamon is indicatively $18–38 / kg FOB, varying by grade, order volume, packaging and certification. Track current reference ranges on our أسعار السلع في سيلان page, then get a firm, current quote for your exact specification below.
Get quotes to import Ceylon Cinnamon into Iraq
Tell us your grade, volume and destination. We’ll match you with verified Sri Lankan Ceylon Cinnamon exporters and get you firm FOB/CIF quotes, free, no obligation.
Request quotes →هل تريد التحقق من الجودة أولاً؟ اطلب عينة. أو، لمتجر بقالة سريلانكي، راجع بقالة بالجملة.
الأسئلة الشائعة
Is Ceylon Cinnamon from Sri Lanka duty-free into Iraq?
There is no preferential agreement between Sri Lanka and Iraq, so imports follow Iraq’s standard (MFN) tariff. Confirm the rate for your HS line. Iraq is, however, one of the largest export markets for Ceylon tea, with strong, long-standing demand. Confirm the exact rate for your HS line via the Iraq General Commission for Customs, or estimate your full landed cost with our حاسبة التكلفة الإجمالية.
What does Ceylon Cinnamon from Sri Lanka cost?
إرشادياً $18–38 / kg FOB, depending on grade, volume and certification. See live ranges on our أسعار السلع في سيلان page, then request a firm quote.
How long does shipping from Colombo take?
Roughly 2–3 weeks by sea from Colombo to Umm Qasr; some volume routes via Gulf hubs.
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