Abrasive paper imports in Morocco: data, top suppliers and prices
Morocco imported $4.0 million of abrasive paper in 2024 (447 tonnes). That is 47% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4.0M | 447 t |
| 2023 | $2.7M | 246 t |
| 2022 | $3.5M | 439 t |
| 2021 | $3.5M | 395 t |
| 2020 | $3.0M | 320 t |
| 2019 | $2.2M | 263 t |
| 2018 | $2.2M | 257 t |
| 2017 | $1.8M | 205 t |
Where Morocco imports abrasive paper from
The largest suppliers were France (27%), China (21%), Italy (12%). Among the main suppliers, Austria grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $1.1M | 27% |
| China | $842K | 21% |
| Italy | $472K | 12% |
| Portugal | $372K | 9.3% |
| Finland | $277K | 7% |
| United States | $213K | 5.4% |
| Austria | $184K | 4.6% |
| Spain | $146K | 3.7% |
| Greece | $71K | 1.8% |
| South Korea | $70K | 1.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.89 per kg, close to the world average of $8.20.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Abrasive paper exports from Morocco
In 2024, Morocco exported abrasive paper worth $2.4 million (344 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were France (20%), Austria (20%), Republic of the Congo (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Republic of the Congo grew fastest (+770% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $478K | 20% |
| Austria | $465K | 20% |
| Republic of the Congo | $259K | 11% |
| United States | $252K | 11% |
| Netherlands | $247K | 10% |
| Portugal | $218K | 9.2% |
| Spain | $164K | 6.9% |
| Mali | $111K | 4.7% |
| Germany | $45K | 1.9% |
| Poland | $33K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Morocco?
The shipment records behind Morocco abrasive paper imports (HS 6805.20): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 6805.20: Abrasive powder or grain: natural or artificial, on a base of paper or paperboard only, whether or not cut to shape or sewn or otherwise made up.
Common questions
What is the value of abrasive paper imported by Morocco?
Morocco imported abrasive paper worth $4.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 447 tonnes. That ranks it 60th of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 47% on 2023.
Which countries supply abrasive paper to Morocco?
France was the largest supplier with 27% of the value ($1.1 million), followed by China (21%) and Italy (12%). The top three together account for 60%, out of 32 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 132% on the year.
What is the average import price of abrasive paper per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.89 per kg in 2024, 8% above the world average of $8.20 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of abrasive paper to Morocco changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.8 million in 2017 to $4.0 million in 2024, an increase of 116%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.9 million a year.
Does Morocco also export abrasive paper?
Yes. Morocco exported $2.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, Austria and the Republic of the Congo. On balance Morocco is a net importer of this product, by about $1.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for abrasive paper?
The HS code for abrasive paper is subheading 6805.20. It sits in HS chapter 68 (stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica or similar materials; articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6805 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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