Alloy steel bars and shapes imports in Morocco: data, top suppliers and prices
Morocco imported $13.3 million of alloy steel bars and shapes in 2024 (6.1 thousand tonnes). That is 45% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% 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 | $13.3M | 6.1K t |
| 2023 | $9.2M | 3.4K t |
| 2022 | $11.2M | 4.6K t |
| 2021 | $8.5M | 5.0K t |
| 2020 | $4.4M | 3.6K t |
| 2019 | $5.3M | 4.4K t |
| 2018 | $6.2M | 4.2K t |
| 2017 | $7.2M | 5.9K t |
Where Morocco imports alloy steel bars and shapes from
The largest suppliers were Spain (29%), China (23%), Turkey (11%). Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+172% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $3.9M | 29% |
| China | $3.1M | 23% |
| Turkey | $1.4M | 11% |
| France | $1.4M | 10% |
| Slovenia | $855K | 6.4% |
| Germany | $849K | 6.4% |
| Belgium | $622K | 4.7% |
| South Korea | $339K | 2.5% |
| Italy | $255K | 1.9% |
| Canada | $249K | 1.9% |
Product types under HS 7228
| 7228.30 | Hot-rolled alloy steel bar | 46% |
| 7228.70 | Alloy steel angle | 28% |
| 7228.50 | Cold-finished alloy steel bar | 13% |
| 7228.40 | Forged alloy steel bar | 7.7% |
| 7228.80 | Hollow drill bar | 2.9% |
| 7228.10 | High-speed steel bar | 1.6% |
| 7228.60 | Alloy steel bar (other) | 1.1% |
| 7228.20 | Silico-manganese steel bar | 0.4% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7228.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.19 per kg, 52% above the world average of $1.44. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Alloy steel bars and shapes exports from Morocco
In 2024, Morocco exported alloy steel bars and shapes worth $227 thousand (61 tonnes). Thailand alone took 81% of it. Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+966% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $184K | 81% |
| France | $23K | 10% |
| Canada | $10K | 4.3% |
| Senegal | $5K | 2.3% |
| Mauritania | $4K | 1.9% |
| Spain | $1K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Morocco?
The shipment records behind Morocco alloy steel bars and shapes imports (HS 7228): 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 7228: Alloy steel bars, rods, shapes and sections; hollow drill bars and rods, of alloy or non-alloy steel.
Common questions
What is the value of alloy steel bars and shapes imported by Morocco?
Morocco imported alloy steel bars and shapes worth $13.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 70th of 212 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 45% on 2023.
Which countries supply alloy steel bars and shapes to Morocco?
Spain was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($3.9 million), followed by China (23%) and Turkey (11%). The top three together account for 63%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 172% on the year.
What is the average import price of alloy steel bars and shapes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.19 per kg in 2024, 52% above the world average of $1.44 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of alloy steel bars and shapes to Morocco changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.2 million in 2017 to $13.3 million in 2024, an increase of 85%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $8.2 million a year.
Does Morocco also export alloy steel bars and shapes?
Yes. Morocco exported $227 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Thailand, France and Canada. On balance Morocco is a net importer of this product, by about $13.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for alloy steel bars and shapes?
The HS code for alloy steel bars and shapes is heading 7228. In Morocco the largest six-digit codes were 7228.30 (46% of the value) and 7228.70 (28%).
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