Copper wire imports in Morocco: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of copper wire by Morocco reached $1.48 billion in 2024 (177.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 208 countries. That is 70% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 20% 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 | $1.48B | 177.6K t |
| 2023 | $865.7M | 95.3K t |
| 2022 | $792.8M | 85.8K t |
| 2021 | $678.3M | 73.3K t |
| 2020 | $455.0M | 70.4K t |
| 2019 | $533.4M | 85.0K t |
| 2018 | $522.7M | 75.3K t |
| 2017 | $408.9M | 64.9K t |
Where Morocco imports copper wire from
The largest suppliers were Spain (49%), Belgium (43%), France (4%). Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+82% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $718.5M | 49% |
| Belgium | $637.2M | 43% |
| France | $54.1M | 3.7% |
| Italy | $24.1M | 1.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $23.0M | 1.6% |
| Germany | $8.7M | 0.6% |
| Turkey | $4.1M | 0.3% |
| Uzbekistan | $1.9M | 0.1% |
| Russia | $1.5M | 0.1% |
| Switzerland | $994K | 0.1% |
Product types under HS 7408
| 7408.11 | Copper wire thick | 99% |
| 7408.19 | Copper wire fine | 1.1% |
| 7408.29 | Copper alloy wire other | 0.2% |
| 7408.21 | Brass wire | 0.1% |
| 7408.22 | Cupronickel wire | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7408.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.31 per kg, close to the world average of $9.48.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Copper wire exports from Morocco
In 2024, Morocco exported copper wire worth $3.3 million (338 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Honduras accounted for 76% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+57% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Honduras | $2.5M | 76% |
| Senegal | $437K | 13% |
| France | $201K | 6% |
| Spain | $111K | 3.3% |
| Germany | $23K | 0.7% |
| Vietnam | $11K | 0.3% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $7K | 0.2% |
| Portugal | $3K | 0.1% |
| Mauritania | $1K | 0% |
| Sweden | $1K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Morocco?
The shipment records behind Morocco copper wire imports (HS 7408): 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 7408: Copper wire.
Common questions
What is the value of copper wire imported by Morocco?
Morocco imported copper wire worth $1.48 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 177.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 208 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was up 70% on 2023.
Which countries supply copper wire to Morocco?
Spain was the largest supplier with 49% of the value ($718.5 million), followed by Belgium (43%) and France (4%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 365% on the year.
What is the average import price of copper wire per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.31 per kg in 2024, 12% below the world average of $9.48 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of copper wire to Morocco changed since 2017?
Imports went from $408.9 million in 2017 to $1.48 billion in 2024, an increase of 261%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $716.5 million a year.
Does Morocco also export copper wire?
Yes. Morocco exported $3.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Honduras, Senegal and France. On balance Morocco is a net importer of this product, by about $1.47 billion a year.
What is the HS code for copper wire?
The HS code for copper wire is heading 7408. In Morocco the largest six-digit codes were 7408.11 (99% of the value) and 7408.19 (1%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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