Export Iron ore from Pakistan to Malaysia
Malaysia imported US$1.48B of iron ore (HS 2601) in 2025. India supplied US$68.0M of that in 2025, while Pakistan supplied US$200K, a gap of US$67.8M. Pakistan's share of the market is 0.0%.
That gap matters: buyers in Malaysia already source this product from South Asia and accept the shipping times, payment terms and documents involved. Pakistan's total sales to Malaysia grew 50% between 2020 and 2025, which suggests buyers there are increasingly open to Pakistani suppliers.
On our opportunity score, Malaysia rates 69 out of 100 (strong) and ranks 2nd of 9 markets for this product. Next step: shortlist importers who buy from India today, prepare a price list on the right Incoterm, and list iron ore with Malaysia as a target market so buyers can find you.
- Opportunity score
- 69/100 (Strong)
- From Pakistan (2025)
- US$0.2M
- From India (2025)
- US$67.98M
- Market size
- US$1483.11M
- Check before you export
- Meat and many processed foods need halal certification recognised by Malaysia's halal authority before they can be imported.
How much iron ore does Malaysia import?
Malaysia imported US$1.48B of iron ore (HS 2601) in 2025, according to UN Comtrade.
Does Pakistan export iron ore to Malaysia?
Yes. Pakistan exported US$200K of iron ore to Malaysia in 2025, 0.0% of the market.
How does Pakistan compare with India in Malaysia for iron ore?
India leads: US$68.0M against Pakistan's US$200K in 2025, a gap of US$67.8M.
How can I start exporting iron ore to Malaysia?
Confirm your HS code, check Malaysia's duties and standards, and list your business on BusinessListing.pk with Malaysia as a target market. Our guide "How to Choose an Export Market" and the Malaysia Global Trade profile explain the next steps.