Candle imports in Morocco: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of candle by Morocco reached $3.6 million in 2024 (632 tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% 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 | $3.6M | 632 t |
| 2023 | $3.7M | 575 t |
| 2022 | $3.0M | 499 t |
| 2021 | $2.6M | 510 t |
| 2020 | $2.3M | 474 t |
| 2019 | $2.4M | 560 t |
| 2018 | $2.3M | 545 t |
| 2017 | $1.8M | 460 t |
Where Morocco imports candle from
Most of the value came from Spain (27%), China (22%), France (21%). Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+221% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $966K | 27% |
| China | $798K | 22% |
| France | $753K | 21% |
| Italy | $257K | 7.1% |
| Poland | $213K | 5.9% |
| Belgium | $170K | 4.7% |
| Romania | $145K | 4% |
| Turkey | $100K | 2.8% |
| Portugal | $32K | 0.9% |
| United Kingdom | $27K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.69 per kg, 64% above the world average of $3.48. 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.
Candle exports from Morocco
Exports of candle by Morocco reached $2.0 million in 2024 (161 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: France accounted for 80% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+44% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $1.6M | 80% |
| United States | $101K | 5.1% |
| United Kingdom | $56K | 2.9% |
| Kuwait | $39K | 2% |
| Jordan | $27K | 1.4% |
| Spain | $25K | 1.3% |
| China | $21K | 1.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $21K | 1.1% |
| Switzerland | $19K | 1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $13K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Morocco?
The shipment records behind Morocco candle imports (HS 3406): 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 3406: Candles, tapers and the like.
Common questions
What is the value of candle imported by Morocco?
Morocco imported candle worth $3.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 632 tonnes. That ranks it 67th of 218 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply candle to Morocco?
Spain was the largest supplier with 27% of the value ($966 thousand), followed by China (22%) and France (21%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 30 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 221% on the year.
What is the average import price of candle per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.69 per kg in 2024, 64% above the world average of $3.48 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of candle to Morocco changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.8 million in 2017 to $3.6 million in 2024, an increase of 101%. The peak was 2023 at $3.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.7 million a year.
Does Morocco also export candle?
Yes. Morocco exported $2.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, the United States and the United Kingdom. On balance Morocco is a net importer of this product, by about $1.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for candle?
The HS code for candle is heading 3406. In Morocco all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 3406.00. It sits in HS chapter 34 (soap, organic surface-active agents; washing, lubricating, polishing or scouring preparations; artificial or prepared waxes, candles and similar articles, modelling pastes, dental waxes and dental preparations with a basis of plaster). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3406 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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