Denim imports in Morocco: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Morocco imported denim worth $69.5 million (9.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 178 countries. Value rose 15% on 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 | $69.5M | 9.0K t |
| 2023 | $60.5M | 8.8K t |
| 2022 | $76.5M | 11.1K t |
| 2021 | $81.1M | 12.9K t |
| 2020 | $45.1M | 7.5K t |
| 2019 | $57.6M | 12.1K t |
| 2018 | $55.1M | 7.2K t |
| 2017 | $62.1M | 8.2K t |
Where Morocco imports denim from
Most of the value came from Turkey (36%), India (24%), Pakistan (12%). Among the main suppliers, Brazil grew fastest (+634% on the year before).
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.73 per kg, 32% above the world average of $5.87. 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.
Denim exports from Morocco
In 2024, Morocco exported denim worth $19.0 million (2.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Spain alone took 61% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $11.7M | 62% |
| Tunisia | $6.2M | 33% |
| Turkey | $780K | 4.1% |
| Paraguay | $76K | 0.4% |
| Egypt | $63K | 0.3% |
| China | $42K | 0.2% |
| France | $36K | 0.2% |
| Canada | $35K | 0.2% |
| Mauritius | $30K | 0.2% |
| United States | $9K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Morocco?
The shipment records behind Morocco denim imports (HS 5209.42): 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 5209.42: Fabrics, woven: containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, of yarns of different colours, weighing more than 200g/m2, denim.
Common questions
What is the value of denim imported by Morocco?
Morocco imported denim worth $69.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 178 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply denim to Morocco?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($24.9 million), followed by India (24%) and Pakistan (12%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. Brazil grew fastest among the top ten, up 634% on the year.
What is the average import price of denim per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.73 per kg in 2024, 32% above the world average of $5.87 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of denim to Morocco changed since 2017?
Imports went from $62.1 million in 2017 to $69.5 million in 2024, an increase of 12%. The peak was 2021 at $81.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $63.5 million a year.
Does Morocco also export denim?
Yes. Morocco exported $19.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Spain, Tunisia and Turkey. On balance Morocco is a net importer of this product, by about $50.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for denim?
The HS code for denim is subheading 5209.42. It sits in HS chapter 52 (cotton). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5209 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For Morocco, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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