Forklift imports in Morocco: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Morocco imported forklift worth $66.0 million (18.6 thousand tonnes). Value rose 13% on 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 | $66.0M | 18.6K t |
| 2023 | $58.4M | 15.9K t |
| 2022 | $47.7M | 14.4K t |
| 2021 | $54.8M | 14.8K t |
| 2020 | $43.8M | 12.6K t |
| 2019 | $45.7M | 13.1K t |
| 2018 | $42.7M | 12.5K t |
| 2017 | $36.4M | 10.2K t |
Where Morocco imports forklift from
Most of the value came from China (29%), Germany (13%), France (13%). Among the main suppliers, Czech Republic grew fastest (+147% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $19.4M | 29% |
| Germany | $8.5M | 13% |
| France | $8.4M | 13% |
| Italy | $6.5M | 9.9% |
| Sweden | $5.3M | 8% |
| Spain | $4.6M | 7% |
| Japan | $2.3M | 3.4% |
| Czech Republic | $2.1M | 3.2% |
| United Kingdom | $2.0M | 3.1% |
| Netherlands | $1.4M | 2.2% |
Product types under HS 8427
| 8427.10 | Electric forklifts | 46% |
| 8427.20 | Forklifts (internal combustion) | 43% |
| 8427.90 | Manual and towed forklifts | 11% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8427.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.55 per kg, 42% below the world average of $6.11, 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.
Forklift exports from Morocco
Morocco exported $7.1 million of forklift in 2024 (848 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Mauritania accounted for 78% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mauritania | $5.5M | 78% |
| Germany | $708K | 10% |
| Senegal | $247K | 3.5% |
| France | $153K | 2.2% |
| Spain | $101K | 1.4% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $100K | 1.4% |
| Burkina Faso | $89K | 1.3% |
| Sierra Leone | $60K | 0.8% |
| Turkey | $45K | 0.6% |
| Russia | $25K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Morocco?
The shipment records behind Morocco forklift imports (HS 8427): 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 8427: Fork-lift and other works trucks; fitted with lifting or handling equipment.
Common questions
What is the value of forklift imported by Morocco?
Morocco imported forklift worth $66.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 18.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 54th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply forklift to Morocco?
China was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($19.4 million), followed by Germany (13%) and France (13%). The top three together account for 55%, out of 38 supplier countries in total. The Czech Republic grew fastest among the top ten, up 147% on the year.
What is the average import price of forklift per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.55 per kg in 2024, 42% below the world average of $6.11 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of forklift to Morocco changed since 2017?
Imports went from $36.4 million in 2017 to $66.0 million in 2024, an increase of 81%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $49.4 million a year.
Does Morocco also export forklift?
Yes. Morocco exported $7.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mauritania, Germany and Senegal. On balance Morocco is a net importer of this product, by about $58.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for forklift?
The HS code for forklift is heading 8427. In Morocco the largest six-digit codes were 8427.10 (46% of the value) and 8427.20 (43%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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