Base metal costume jewelry imports in Morocco: data, top suppliers and prices
Morocco imported $12.0 million of base metal costume jewelry in 2024 (816 tonnes). That is 6% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $12.0M | 816 t |
| 2023 | $12.7M | 819 t |
| 2022 | $11.7M | 596 t |
| 2021 | $8.6M | 385 t |
| 2020 | $4.9M | 260 t |
| 2019 | $8.8M | 533 t |
| 2018 | $8.6M | 533 t |
| 2017 | $8.5M | 529 t |
Where Morocco imports base metal costume jewelry from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 86% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $10.3M | 86% |
| Thailand | $291K | 2.4% |
| Italy | $291K | 2.4% |
| France | $194K | 1.6% |
| Turkey | $160K | 1.3% |
| Spain | $133K | 1.1% |
| United Kingdom | $115K | 1% |
| India | $104K | 0.9% |
| Germany | $102K | 0.9% |
| United States | $59K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $14.66 per kg, 69% below the world average of $47.13, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Base metal costume jewelry exports from Morocco
In 2024, Morocco exported base metal costume jewelry worth $2.3 million (12 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: France accounted for 60% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Spain grew fastest (+102% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $1.4M | 60% |
| Italy | $369K | 16% |
| Spain | $155K | 6.7% |
| Austria | $45K | 1.9% |
| United States | $34K | 1.5% |
| Madagascar | $33K | 1.4% |
| Poland | $25K | 1.1% |
| Burkina Faso | $23K | 1% |
| Senegal | $21K | 0.9% |
| Japan | $20K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Morocco?
The shipment records behind Morocco base metal costume jewelry imports (HS 7117.19): 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 7117.19: Jewellery: imitation, (excluding cuff links and studs), of base metal, whether or not plated with precious metal.
Common questions
What is the value of base metal costume jewelry imported by Morocco?
Morocco imported base metal costume jewelry worth $12.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 816 tonnes. That ranks it 57th of 218 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply base metal costume jewelry to Morocco?
China was the largest supplier with 86% of the value ($10.3 million), followed by Thailand (2%) and Italy (2%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 44 supplier countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 864% on the year.
What is the average import price of base metal costume jewelry per kg?
The average declared import value was about $14.66 per kg in 2024, 69% below the world average of $47.13 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of base metal costume jewelry to Morocco changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.5 million in 2017 to $12.0 million in 2024, an increase of 41%. The peak was 2023 at $12.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.5 million a year.
Does Morocco also export base metal costume jewelry?
Yes. Morocco exported $2.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, Italy and Spain. On balance Morocco is a net importer of this product, by about $9.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for base metal costume jewelry?
The HS code for base metal costume jewelry is subheading 7117.19. It sits in HS chapter 71 (natural, cultured pearls; precious, semi-precious stones; precious metals, metals clad with precious metal, and articles thereof; imitation jewellery; coin). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7117 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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